AWWA WSC70039

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of water disaster management, and historical trends of geophysical and weather related disasters in Canada (1900-2005). Information is presented on failure of water resources infrastructure, along with a case study of the Walkerton E. coli outbreak. Topics presented include: multi-criteria analysis; indices of vulnerability and human security; quantification of vulnerability; indicators for risk management; long term indices; impacts of climate change; planning to optimize security; risk management approach; adaptation strategy; and, knowledge gaps and future research needs. Includes table, figures.