Description

Training Course on the MIDAS Flood Early Warning System: Hydrological Module (HEC-HMS), Hydraulic Module (Iber+) and Automation

This course focuses on flood modeling through a progressive approach: first, using the hydrological module HEC-HMS for runoff analysis and watershed behavior assessment; then, the hydraulic module Iber+ for simulating surface flows in urban and riverine environments; and finally, the automated integration of both modules within an early warning system, enabling its operational application.

Although primarily intended for staff from River Basin Authorities, the course is also valuable for any professional, technician, or researcher interested in the simulation and analysis of hydrological and hydraulic processes, as well as in the implementation of model-based flood early warning systems.

Throughout the course, the fundamentals of HEC-HMS and Iber+ will be addressed progressively, including the use of their interfaces and supporting tools, along with automated integration workflows to generate flood alerts. Participants will work with real case studies in both urban and riverine settings, with particular attention to the Miño-Sil River Basin.

The contents include the modeling of structural elements (bridges, culverts, etc.), the use of geospatial databases, and an introduction to distributed hydrological modeling. Altogether, this provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the simulation process and its application to flood risk management.

The course adopts a practical and applied approach, enabling participants to use the knowledge acquired in real-world cases and enhance their decision-making capabilities based on hydrological and hydraulic models and early warning systems

It is supported by:

• European Regional Development fund (ERDF) within the framework of the INTERREG-POCTEP RISC_PLUS (0031_RISC_PLUS_6_E).