In July 2021, severe floods affected multiple European countries, including Germany and Belgium, causing significant damage and prompting calls for improved water management. Open data is being leveraged to enhance flood preparedness and response. The Netherlands’ Waterinfo platform provides real-time water, air, and wind data via maps, tables, and graphs, aiding both citizens and professionals. Germany’s Hochwasser-portal similarly tracks water levels and weather warnings across federal states. The UN’s Humanitarian Data Exchange (HDX) supports crisis response by offering real-time data for resource allocation. These initiatives demonstrate how open data improves situational awareness, informs infrastructure planning, and strengthens coordination during natural disasters.
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