Navigating the Deluge: How Geopolitical Tensions Drive Flash Floods and Regional Instability.
A flash flood is a rapid and intense surge of water flow within a short period of time, typically resulting from sudden heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt, or dam failure (mechanical/geo-political reasons). Engineering-wise, it is characterized by a high rate of flow increase and a significant rise in water level within hours or minutes, often leading to severe erosion, infrastructure damage, and potential loss of life. The phenomenon is defined by its short duration and extreme intensity, challenging conventional drainage and flood management systems. In the current situation world can notice two types of flash floods specially in the sub-continent. Natural Flash Floods; Anthropogenic Flash Floods (Geopolitically Induced). Natural Flash Floods: Natural Flash Floods are primarily triggered by meteorological and hydrological conditions, such as intense rainfall, rapid snowmelt, or the sudden release of water from natural sources like lakes or glaciers. They often occur...