Generally speaking, water management disaster scenarios in water-challenged countries such as South Africa present one of three problems: too little, too much or too dirty.
As these events become more frequent and severe, South Africa will need to lift its game in disaster management to become more resilient. Risk assessments for water-related issues, such as flooding, drought, and water pollution, are therefore essential.
“Effective management of water-related risks involves better maintenance of infrastructure, consistently applying building regulations, maintaining stormwater systems and developing ongoing mitigation strategies,” SRK Consulting senior technologist and disaster management consultant Andries Fourie says. “Other practical measures include regularly reassessing and updating flood lines to reflect new climate realities and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
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