Author(s): Ignacio A. Caldino Villagomez; Gilberto Salgado Maldonado
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Keywords: Debris flow; Mud flow; Modeling hyperconcentrated flows
Abstract: In last four years, the nature of extreme meteorological events, have increased the damages in Mexico. Many communities have been affected and infrastructure works were injured. Human and economical losses are included. A numerical model was adapted and applied for the Camaron Creek basin where a severe debris flow occurred. Information was previously collected and prepared for create the required files. Results from model are similar to observed conditions, according to photographs taken next day the debris flow. Numerical model is an useful tool for helping in decisions for planning, mitigation and control debris and mud flow. A procedure to collecting, preparing and processing information was established to mexican condition and it is available if required for applying where the conditions be propitious.
Year: 2002