| dc.description.abstract | Flood is natural process which can become catastrophic when the flood plain and catchment areas are occupied
and constructed by the human being. Along with rapid population growth, natural source management has been changed
and has led to flood risk. Forested upstream area which has been changed to farmland and housings diminishes the
function of the catchment area in infiltrating and catching the water. The bare land with no vegetation leads to erosion
risk and increases the potential risk of damages. In addition, this condition increases the water velocity and leads to land
scour as well as landslide. Good coordination among stakeholders such as the related institutions, private sectors, and
local community is strongly required in preventing the floods. Furthermore, flood control should be conducted
comprehensively involving multidisciplinary approach, and taking into account of some aspects such as technical, social,
law, economic, and environmental. Therefore, cooperation and coordination among stakeholders is definitely needed in
order to achieve integrated and sustainable flood management. | en_US |
