Bay of Bengal Faces Increased Storm-Tide Risk to Critical Infrastructure
• Study projects increased storm-tide risks in the Bay of Bengal, especially along India's eastern coast, impacting critical infrastructure.
• Research uses ADCIRC model and CMIP6 climate models to simulate and predict future flooding scenarios.
• Madras Atomic Power Station and Kovvada Atomic Power Project identified as being at higher risk due to projected increases in storm-tide levels.
Storm tides threaten Bay of Bengal region
A recent study in Nature highlights the growing threat of storm tides in the Bay of Bengal, driven by tropical cyclones and climate change. Researchers used the ADCIRC model to simulate hydrodynamic conditions and assess future flooding scenarios, revealing a nuanced regional pattern. Long-term flooding return levels are projected to decrease in the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) Delta, while the eastern coast of India is expected to face increased flooding risks. This research integrates various climate models, including CMIP6, providing a comprehensive outlook on future storm-tide levels.
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