Determining factors affecting flood risk perception among local communities in Iran.

ABSTRACT: Although climatic and environmental factors primarily determine the intensity of flood events, their impacts on residents are significantly influenced by human-related elements. Since the most floods are highly variable and unpredictable, it is crucial to enhance the capacity and resilience of residents to withstand and coexist with these disasters. To increase the resilience and adaptability of rural households in the face of floods, it is essential to first address individuals' risk perception as a critical issue. This study was conducted with two primary. Objectives (1) to assess the current status of risk perception and (2) to identify the factors influencing flood risk perception (FRP) among local communities. The research population comprised all rural households in the Shushtar Coun

SUBMITTER: Savari M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11790974 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature