Social perceptions of floods and flood management in a Mediterranean area (Costa Brava, Spain)

Taking as an example three study cases in the Costa Brava area, this paper examines the social perception of floods through surveys, interviews and Focus Group sessions. Perception is then related to vulnerability, flood management, and citizen's preferences regarding alternatives to curb flood...

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Main Authors: A. Lara, D. Saurí, A. Ribas, D. Pavón
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2010-10-01
Series:Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences
Online Access:http://www.nat-hazards-earth-syst-sci.net/10/2081/2010/nhess-10-2081-2010.pdf