http:\/\/id.loc.gov\/authorities\/subjects\/sh85049168> ; http:\/\/id.loc.gov\/vocabulary\/countries\/sa>, http:\/\/worldcat.org\/isbn\/9780621096521>, http:\/\/www.worldcat.org\/title\/-\/oclc\/36388753>. Regional maximum peaks in Southern Africa, Department of Water Affairs Documentation of the 1984 Domoina floods. Flood, high-water stage in which water overflows its natural or artificial banks onto normally dry land, such as a river inundating its floodplain. Technical report (South Africa. [11], On January 31, the government of Swaziland declared a state of emergency and requested assistance from the international community. Domoina killed 109 people and did $185 million (2019 dollars) in damage. Floods are among Earth's most common–and most destructive–natural hazards. After an extended drought, many farmers had moved closer to river beds, making their fields more vulnerable. The South African Red Cross provided food to storm victims, many of whom were beneficiaries of the food program during the extended drought. [21] Due to the widespread flooding and the remoteness of the worst affected areas, there were minimal measurements on the river flow along the Pongola, although above the Pongolapoort dam, levels reached 13,000 m³/s (460,000 ft³/s), which were 18 times higher than the previous record highest. oa Civil Engineer in South Africa - The Mfolozi flood of 31 January 1984 : Cyclone Domoina . Lund; Source : Civil Engineer in South Africa, Volume 26, Issue 3, Mar 1984, p. 116 - 117 Access full text Article Download . [11] South Africa provided two helicopters to the country to survey the affected areas. The storm moved south and for the following five days torrential rain fell over Mozambique, northern KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga and Swaziland, reaching as far south as Durban. The United Nations Department of Humanitarian Affairs provided $20,000. The dam had its highest hydrology on January 31 and reached 87% of its capacity. The cyclones Domoina and Imboa struck the St Lucia area in January/February 1984. In many parts of the world, flooding is a major problem. Research in progress at the time made it possible to assess some of the effects of these cyclones on the mangrove communities of the St Lucia Estuary. Report: The 1984 Drought Please enter recipient e-mail address(es). The three storms collectively caused 42 deaths and $25 million in damage, much of it from crop damage. [4], Throughout its path, Domoina left thousands of people homeless,[7] and caused widespread flooding due to drawing moisture from the Indian Ocean and the Mozambique channel. For several days, southeastern Swaziland was only accessible by air travel, while rural parts of the country lost access to fresh water. Deforestation and Floods - Volume 14 Issue 1 - Colin Clark. Disrupted transport left areas isolated for several days. Floods in the country destroyed over 50 small dams and left widespread crop damage just before the summer harvest. Catagorised as a "Severe Tropical Storm", Cyclone Domoina wrought havoc from Mozambique to Swaziland with winds up to 100km/h and driving rains that caused record floods and the most rain in a … In 1999, IAHS, UNESCO and WMO agreed that the time was right to bring the Catalogue up to date, it being noted that Rodier & Roche considered an interval of 20 years to be appropriate for a future edition. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.. Dept. [12] The floods were so strong that they washed a boat from Lake St. Lucia to a point 16 km (9.9 mi) away. Farm lands and roads were destroyed – 1984. [4] On January 21, the storm made landfall just south of Tamatave in southeastern Madagascar. Separate up to five addresses with commas (,). of Water Affairs, Directorate of Hydrology\n. [2], While crossing Madagascar on a westward trajectory, Domonia weakened; JTWC estimated the winds decreased to 55 km/h (35 mph), after earlier estimating winds of 95 km/h (60 mph) before landfall. On January 28, the storm made landfall in southern Mozambique, and slowly weakened over land. With a ridge to the north, the storm tracked generally westward and later southwestward. Members of the Mozambique Red Cross helped distribute food and clothing to the affected residents, and planes helped drop off supplies to residents in isolated areas. The name field is required. of Water Affairs, Directorate of Hydrology ;\n, # Technical report (South Africa. Get facts and information about floods and flooding from National Geographic Asset 5 There had been a planned release of water from the Pongolapoort Dam in March 1984 to provide adequate water to the floodplain, but Domoina prevented this from occurring. Get this from a library! 0 with reviews - Be the first. [12] Described as the worst flooding in over 20 years,[15] the precipitation increased levels along most rivers in the country, some of which rose 30 m (98 ft) in a few hours. Tropical Cyclone Demoina - 1984 This event resulted in significant loss of life (60 people died) and widespread damage to infrastructure and property. At the lake, the floods washed away a dredge and severely damaged a nearly-finished canal from the lake to the Umfolozi River. One road in the country was converted into a makeshift landing strip to allow helicopters and planes to drop off emergency supplies. The government later authorized $85 million to fund repairing damaged rails and roads. Domoina executed two small loops off the western coast of Madagascar while progressing generally southwestward. Later, the rains caused the worst flooding in over 20 years in Swaziland, which damaged or destroyed more than 100 bridges. Severe Tropical Storm Domoina in 1984 caused 100 year floods in South Africa and record rainfall in Swaziland. [11] In part due to Domoina as well as the previously occurring drought, the economy of Swaziland stagnated through 1985. Documentation of the March-May 1981 floods in the South Eastern Cape. This caused many farmers to drown in southern Mozambique. In the period from 1970 to 2012, storms and floods caused over one million deaths. Department of Water Affairs.\" ; Export to EndNote / Reference Manager(non-Latin). Severe Tropical Storm Domoina in 1984 caused 100 year floods in South Africa and record rainfall in Swaziland. The program was originally released in June 1977, revised in August 1979, May 1983, February 1984, [22] Local governments coordinated relief efforts in the country, including delivering food and providing shelter for those who lost their homes. Series : Technical reports (South Africa. Department of Water Affairs.\n, # Technical report \/ Dept. Division of Hydrology.] [9], Near the South Africa border with Swaziland, flooding stranded about 80,000 people on tribal lands. The great flood is one of the topics under investigation. The floods closed at least 20 major roads and the country’s primary airport and most schools nationwide. Department of Water Affairs) ;\n, Documentation of the 1984 Domoina floods\"@, # Dept. 1. In South Africa, rainfall peaked at 950 mm (37 in), which flooded 29 river basins, notably the Pongola River which altered its course after the storm. Domoina crossed into Swaziland and later eastern South Africa before dissipating on February 2. 28. tammikuuta se rantautui Intian valtamereltä Mosambikiin, josta se siirtyi etelämmäksi. Documentation of the March-May 1981 floods in the South Eastern Cape. Floods are among Earth's most common–and most destructive–natural hazards. DOCUMENTATION 1984 DOMOINA FLOODS – DWA Home Page. Tropical cyclone Domoina (1984) - MyFundi From myfundi .co .za - April 25, 2012 3:15 AM This article documents the events that took place on January 30 and 31, 1984, when a tropical cyclone - "Domoina" - tore through southern Mozambique, northeastern South Africa and Swaziland, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Heavy rains have fallen over the past few days in Kuwait, resulting in flooded roads, schools, homes, and hospitals. The European Economic Community donated about $80,000 to purchase tents and blankets. Flood Based Farming Practices in Ethiopia: Status and Potential. In response, the late 1960s brought Presidential Executive Order 11296 espousing floodplain management and the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, which made federally subsidized flood insurance available to communities that agreed to adopt minimum … Original source is in South African rand, converted to United States dollar. The infamous Domoina, although only reaching tropical storm strength, passed over southern Mozambique and made a … The floods washed out or damaged over 100 bridges, and two railway lines were cut. Department of Water Affairs. Two days later, the JTWC estimated peak 10 minute winds of 100 km/h (65 mph). You may have already requested this item. The floods washed out or damaged over 100 bridges, and two railways had cuts in their lines. | [FLOO] Anonymous, | 1984. Uothing certain can be said about the risk of repetition of … »More detailed Oxfam, Ministry of Internal Trade, Mozambique: seeds and agricultural handtools for flood victims following cyclone Domoina, 1984 File MS. Oxfam PRF MOZ 021 = Box 2497 [12], Along the Umfolozi River, a discharge rate of 16,000 m³/s (565,000 ft³/s) was recorded, which was three times the rate of a 100 year flood. (not yet rated) Precipitation spread as far south as Durban,[9] but did not penetrate far into the center of the country. Flood plains are often attractive areas for human development and a vast share of the world’s population depends, whether directly or indirectly, on a number of key natural resources that are generally provided by floodplains. [13] The storm left the capital Maputo without clean water for several days after a pumping station was damaged,[8][13] and the main harbor in the city was closed. Floods also cause food prices to spike, depending on how fast the flood waters recede. [17] About 10,000 citrus trees were destroyed, and crop damage was estimated at $2.5 million. [11] There was widespread crop damage in Mozambique, affecting 350,000 farmers,[17] and flooding about 250,000 ha (620,000 acres) of fields. UDOT Photographic Services Director, Gerald E. Peterson, took hundreds of photographs of the Thistle area from April 1983 to May 1984. [1] On January 16, a spiral area of convection persisted off the northeast coast of Madagascar,[2] associated with the intertropical convergence zone. The river avulsed, or changed its course, near where it met with the Msunduzi River. January many Anuak also prepare some land in the dried up backswamps for the cultivation of the spring crops. [13] Officials later advised residents along the Maputo River to evacuate to higher grounds,[14] and thousands had to leave their houses. [13] Transport was disrupted in the northern and southern portion of the country. The structure of the report follows the hydrological cycle with chapters devoted to rainfall, evaporation, runoff and water storage in surface reservoirs and aquifers. [11] The storm flooded the Maputo, Umbeluzi, Incomati river basins, causing widespread power outages. The fourth named storm of the season, Domoina developed on January 16 off the northeast coast of Madagascar. The greatest flood disaster in the history of Tulsa, Oklahoma occurred during 8 hours from 2030 hours May 26 to 0430 hours May 27, 1984, as a result of intense rainfall centered over the metropolitan area. aggravating factors, extent and effects of the flood, to document the hazard and vulnerability, and various capacities of the community; to study the local knowledge, practices and beliefs in the community; to formulate community based plans for flood mitigation and flood disaster risk reduction. ... 1984. Anonymous, | 1984. 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