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On October 09, 2023, NLT Group deployed the installation of a flood monitoring and warning system for Can Tho City with the goal of contributing to improving the quality of state environmental management in the locality. The system not only provides flood warnings but also supports specialized agencies and local authorities in monitoring and assessing conditions to serve flood prevention and response efforts.
Can Tho is one of the provinces and cities in the Mekong Delta that has been heavily affected by tidal flooding as well as the impacts of climate change in recent years. In recent times, central roads in Can Tho City have frequently experienced severe flooding during tidal peaks. The highest water level ever recorded was 2.27 meters, occurring on the evening of October 12, 2022, exceeding Alert Level III by 0.27 meters.
According to statistics, the central area of Can Tho City has 61 main roads flooded to depths ranging from 0.4 to 0.5 meters. Districts such as Binh Thuy, Cai Rang, and O Mon also have many roads deeply submerged. Roads that are repeatedly flooded during rainfall or tidal surges include Nguyen Van Cu (from the foot of Con Khuong Bridge to the intersection with Cach Mang Thang Tam Street), Mau Than, Tran Hung Dao, Ly Tu Trong, Huynh Cuong and others.
According to the Department of Transport of Can Tho City, the city currently has almost no street flood monitoring system. Flood monitoring work still has to be carried out manually. When heavy rain, floods, or tidal surges occur, staff must be stationed at flooded locations to record information such as the start and end time of flooding and measure the maximum water depth on streets. Flood information must then wait for reports to be sent back to the center, causing delays in flood response efforts and significantly affecting the daily lives of residents in flooded areas.
To address these challenges, NLT Group coordinated with relevant departments and agencies to pilot the installation of flood monitoring and prevention stations in Binh Thuy District, Ninh Kieu District, and other areas of Can Tho City. These locations were selected because they are flood-prone hotspots. The equipment includes a water level sensor, a camera to check actual conditions, and a warning signal light.
As a result, instead of manual measurements as before, this smart system makes flood warning and forecasting much easier. More importantly, the information is not only delivered to flood control agencies but also to the public through a flood warning application. In addition to knowing the current flood situation, users can also view forecasts for the next 30–60 minutes, allowing them to choose appropriate traffic routes.
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According to assessments, the flood monitoring and prevention system from NLT Group has many advantages such as very high accuracy, simple installation, long lifespan, and reduced risk of theft. At the same time, it is considered one of the most advanced flood prevention solutions available today. If it operates effectively, the system can be installed along other flood-prone roads with one to two stations per location.
NLT Group is a unit that researches and develops products applying advanced and intelligent IoT (Internet of Things) systems to perform fully automated flood monitoring, supervision, and warning. The system provides high measurement accuracy and stable operation, while automatically monitoring the operational status of monitoring stations and all peripheral devices. With this solution, flood information is delivered promptly to management agencies and road users in Can Tho City.
NLT Group believes that the pilot deployment of the flood monitoring and warning system in Can Tho City is a major step forward in applying information technology to address flooding issues. The system promises to bring many benefits to both residents and authorities, enabling proactive responses to flooding and minimizing damage.
In the coming time, we will continue to work with localities to expand and replicate this model of applying information technology to address issues related to natural disasters and the environment. This will certainly bring long-term benefits and contribute to building a sustainable and safe community in the face of climate change challenges.
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