Impact of Urban Growth and Changes in Land Use on River Flood Hazard in Villahermosa, Tabasco (Mexico)

The city of Villahermosa, a logistical center in the State of Tabasco’s economy, is affected by recurrent river floods. In this study, we analyzed the impact of two factors that are the most probable causes of this increase in flood hazard: changes in land use in the hydrological catchment...

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Main Authors: Omar S. Areu-Rangel, Luis Cea, Rosanna Bonasia, Victor J. Espinosa-Echavarria
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Water
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/11/2/304