Over the past 70 years, 10 major floods of the Dniester River and the Prut River have been reported, three of which occurred in the 21st century (in 2006, 2008 and 2010). The floods caused by smaller rivers in the country are quite common as well. The socio-economic costs of
Over the past 70 years, 10 major floods of the Dniester River and the Prut River have been reported, three of which occurred in the 21st century (in 2006, 2008 and 2010). The floods caused by smaller rivers in the country are quite common as well. The socio-economic costs of climate change associated with natural disasters such as droughts and floods are significant. During the period 1984-2006, they amounted to about 61 million US dollars.
Preparing for a changing climate by planning for floods and droughts
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Cross-Cutting Area
Climate risk management
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Environment
Watershed and river basin management
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Transport
Infrastructure and roads
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Water
Water: General
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Disaster Risk Management (DRM)
Early warning system