Abstract
Riverine flooding in Fiji is a major and seemingly growing problem. This paper reviews the current state of flood risk management practice in Fiji. Hazard and risk assessments have been limited. There has long been an emphasis on structural measures, though flood warning systems have been developed in recent times. Formal land use planning is difficult to implement in Fiji. The approach to flood risk management has been reactive rather than strategic. Barriers towards achieving flood
resilience in Fiji include contested understandings of the problem and its solutions, population growth and urbanisation, land tenure, poverty, economic and political instability, and issues of governance. The Nadi Integrated Flood Management project offers the promise of a science-based, integrated Flood Management Plan that is accepted and owned by both Government and local communities.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | ICFR 2013 |
Subtitle of host publication | International Conference on Flood Resilience : Experiences in Asia and Europe : proceedings : 5-7 September 2013, Exeter, United Kingdom |
Place of Publication | Exeter, UK |
Publisher | University of Exeter |
Pages | 1-12 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Event | International Conference on Flood Resilience : Experiences in Asia and Europe - Exeter, UK Duration: 5 Sept 2013 → 7 Sept 2013 |
Conference
Conference | International Conference on Flood Resilience : Experiences in Asia and Europe |
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City | Exeter, UK |
Period | 5/09/13 → 7/09/13 |