Impact of the 2021 flood disasters on human social and mental health, focusing on elderly people in Germany

Introduction: Flooding is one of the most common environmental disasters that cause mental and physical health problems (European Climate Adaptation Platform Climate-ADAPT, Nd). Flooding can cause loss of life and damage to personal property and critical public health infrastructure. Elderly people are at particular risk of the effects of floods, and their implications on social and mental health.

Method: This study addresses the mental and social health effects of the 2021 flooding in the Ahr valley, Germany, on elderly people. It adopts various methods, including a systematic literature review, and mixed methods empirical research.

Research framework:

Meet the team

C. Song

PhD Candidate

prof.dr. J.I. Blanford

Promotor

dr. C. Anthonj

Co-promotor

dr. F. Atun

Co-promotor

Research theme

Acquisition and quality of geo-spatial information

Developments in sensor and web technology have led to a vast increase in earth observation data. Advanced methodology is needed for interpretation and integration of such big geo-data to support decision making.

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