Climate change is transforming precipitation patterns in the north of the Peninsula, creating new uncertainties about water management and disaster prevention. According to the report Advanced Diagnosis of Climate Change in Bizkaia, prepared by the Provincial Council of Vizcaya and Global Factor, climate projections indicate that, although the total number of rainy days could decrease in the future, rainfall will be more intense and concentrated in fewer days.
Furthermore, the data presented suggests that the maximum amount of precipitation in 24 hours could increase in the future, posing a significant challenge for urban infrastructure and river areas in Vizcaya, with consequences such as:
- Increased risk of flooding, as the soil does not have enough time to absorb large volumes of water in short periods of time.
- River flooding, drainage system saturation, and damage to homes and critical infrastructure.
- Worsening of the situation in municipalities with estuaries or coastlines due to the combination of more concentrated rainfall and rising sea levels.
These data can be extrapolated to the Cantabrian coast. Galicia, Asturias, and Cantabria are also at risk of more extreme events, with a greater number of torrential rain episodes. The University of Vigo predicts an increase in days with heavy rainfall in autumn and winter, with the consequent risk of flooding.
The fight against climate change involves both mitigation and adaptation in order to lessen and reduce its impacts. Carefully planning responses to extreme weather events not only protects the population and minimizes material damage, but also contributes to more efficient water resource management.
Given this reality, having advanced prediction tools becomes essential. FAST, our Artificial Intelligence platform, allows us to anticipate these phenomena by integrating data from multiple sources as part of the strategy to adapt to the effects of climate change. Thanks to its predictive analysis capabilities, FAST helps municipalities and infrastructure prepare in advance for extreme rainfall events and possible flooding.
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