FloodUK Flood Simulator

Flood Simulator

FloodUK Flood Simulator is a 3D environment using real-world physics to get a realistic simulation of rainfall and water flow over the land. This can help see the progression of a flood event, to see if and when an area may become submerged.

Existing Models

Climate change is making existing forecasting models inaccurate. Predictions of rainfall are becoming unreliable. This is important if we want to get an estimate of river levels and the likelihood of a flooding event. Current Environment Agency maps of flood areas have two major flaws. The first is the failure to take account of flood defenses, due to the relatively simplistic nature of the modelling technique used. Second is the lack of progression of the flood over time. It is useful to have knowledge of the progression of a flood event to see if and when you may be affected by the flood.

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Simulations

All of England is available in our simulator as a 3D environment. Using a real-world physics engine we can apply various water sources. Using A.I. the simulation can model how these water sources flow over the land. Flowing into natural water drainage channels. The rising river can be simulated to flood to see which areas are most at risk of being flooded. The main advantage of the software is we can see the progression of the flood. To see which properties and areas are flooded first, and if you may be next.

Easy To Use

Our software is very simple to use. There is a preset simulation which can be started by pressing U. You move around the environment using WASD keys and/or the arrow keys. To release a small amount of water simply press Y and then Control+click to move the water to your location on the ground. You can also simulate heavy rain.