Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs )
GLOF's pose a significant threat to communities living downstream of glacial lakes. These floods occur when the moraine containing a glacial lake fails, releasing massive amounts of water suddenly and causing devastating downstream flooding. As climate change accelerates the melting of glaciers, the number and size of glacial lakes are increasing, heightening the risk of GLOFs.
Our Vision
GeoWatch is a comprehensive risk-assessment and early warning platform that ensures community perseverance against future disasters. The platform supports advanced anomaly detection, enabling analysts to identify unusual patterns and potential threats with high precision. Its graphical analysis tools provide detailed visualizations of risk factors and trends, while 3D mapping offers an immersive view of geographical areas at risk. Flood path detection and contouring capabilities allow researchers to model and predict flood trajectories accurately, facilitating more informed decision-making and strategic planning. From life saving alerts to community resilience, our platform enhances disaster preparedness by offering real-time monitoring, risk assessments, and actionable insights. By monitoring critical indicators in real time, the early warning system provides the crucial lead time needed for effective emergency response.