Abstract

Flood Alert Information System Through Sensors Networks and Soa
Track: Database Design, Automation, and Management
Authors: Suresh Natesan, KUMARAN RAJU DURAIRAJU , JEAN YVES TIGLI, STÉPHANE LAVIROTTE, GAËTAN REY, PHILIPPE GOURBESVILLE

Flooding in cities has become more frequent due to increased population, rapid urbanization and unplanned development. Flood management requires an understanding of causes and forecasting of floods to reduce the impacts of floods. Sensor Networks are currently being considered for critical monitoring. In this paper our main purpose is to provide continuous access to real-time meteorological and hydrological data as well as integration with multiple sensors and model predictions/forecasts. System includes network of sensors which is distributed and customizable based on sensor and communication requirements. The infrastructure layers includes sensor modules, sensors network control box with presentation layer functionalities to effect access, distribution and update of spatially attributed data via basic web services for devices. System takes advantage of mapping and web-services technology to publish and compose data in the system. System will disseminates alerts based on the underling forecast technology on information in the form of text, maps.