We Aim to Advance Research on Developing Multi-Hazard Flood Forecasting Systems for Early Warning From Minutes to Days

InPRHA is a core project within the World Weather Research Programme (WWRP) of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). It operates under the overarching guidance of the WWRP Scientific Steering Committee (WWRP SCC).

 

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Predicting Risks, Protecting Communities

InPRHA is a research initiative aimed at integrating advanced forecasting systems into early warning and action mechanisms to enhance resilience to natural and societal hazards. This project leverages multidisciplinary approaches, including meteorological, hydrological, and social sciences, to bridge the gap between prediction and early action.

Project Background

Our Impact

Transforming Early Actions

It is anticipated that InPRHA’s work will result in expanded research and knowledge about the development of multi-hazard forecasting systems for early flood warning (minutes to days) that integrate hydrology and meteorology, and that are informed by social science approaches to identifying user needs for data and information delivery and communication.

Long-term Community Support

At the project’s end, we expect a lasting collection of research and case studies available for future use by researchers, as well as guidance for the research and operational community on good practices for integration of hydrology, meteorology and social science knowledge.

What’s Happening Now

InPRHA News & Updates

 

 

January 15, 2025

Rachel Hogan Carr presented at the 105th American Meteorological Society (AMS) Annual Meeting.

Topic: HYDRO Integrating Prediction of Precipitation and Hydrology for Early Actions (InPRHA): A new program of the WMO to support early flood and multi-hazard warnings globally

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February 13, 2025

Celine Catoen-Gilbert presented at the 37th GEWEX Scientific Steering Group (SSG-37) meeting is hosted by Victoria University of Wellington and Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences (GNS) | Te Pū Ao in Wellington, New Zealand.

Topic: WWRP – World Weather Research Programme / InPRHA

 

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For inquiries, contact inprha.wpo@noaa.gov

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The Weather Program Office (WPO) serves as the International Coordination Office for the Integrated Prediction of Precipitation and Hydrology for Early Actions (InPRHA) effort. As part of this initiative, WPO is vetting and sharing hydrology information from laboratories around the world. While we aim to provide accurate, timely, and reliable data, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or currency of the information presented. The information shared on this site is intended for informational purposes only, and users should verify any data through the relevant authoritative sources or official channels. The views and opinions expressed here may not necessarily reflect those of WPO or its affiliated organizations.