Central Water Commission Chairman launches "Floodwatch" mobile app for real-time flood forecasts

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Central Water Commission (CWC) Chairman Kushwinder Vohra launched the "Floodwatch" mobile application.

An Overview of the News

• The objective of the "Floodwatch" mobile app is to disseminate real-time flood information and forecasts up to 7 days to the public through mobile phones.

• User-friendly app developed in-house with readable and audio transmission available in English and Hindi.

Key Features of "Floodwatch" App:

• Users can check the current flood conditions across the country in real-time.

• The app collects river flow data in real-time from various sources.

• Provides flood forecast (24 hours) or flood advisory (7 days) of Central Water Commission.

• Users can directly select stations on the map or search by station name.

• The map zooms in on the station location when selected from the dropdown menu.

• Users can access flood forecasts or advisories (24 hours or 7 days).

• Select Options: Specific Station, State, or Basin from the dropdown menu.

• The app is accessible on Android devices through the Google Play Store; the iOS version coming soon.

Advanced Technologies Employed:

• "Floodwatch" uses satellite data analysis, mathematical modeling, and real-time monitoring.

• Its objective is to provide accurate and timely flood forecasts.