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Climatologist explains what ‘1,000-year flood’ actually means

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Understanding Flood Probability in the Context of Climate Change

This chapter explores the concepts of '100-year flood' and '1,000-year flood', emphasizing their probabilistic nature. It also discusses the rising frequency of extreme rainfall events, prompting a debate on the role of climate change versus other contributing factors.

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