Meteorological and Hydrological Forecasting for Informed Decision-Making

We often know in advance what the meteorological and hydrological forecast say. However, what does this often coded information mean for us as lay practitioners in disaster preparedness and response? When we get information on rainfall, it should be able to tell us also how the amount of rainfall can affect our crops, our safety and other livelihoods. Therefore, the training will discuss how climate and hydrology information services have been integrated into decision-making at local, national and regional scales and in a range of different sectors, including agriculture, health, forestry, fisheries, transport, tourism, water resources management and energy in contribution to disaster risk reduction. The objective of this module is to enable meteorologists and hydrologists to translate very technical knowledge into information that can be used for DRR practitioners for preparedness and response purposes.

ABOUT THE COURSE

This course will focus on contributions of the hydrometeorological science community to reducing disaster losses through the provision of climate and hydrological services. In this module, the importance of climate and hydrological services as part of the climate adaptation agenda is recognized. The course will discuss how scientific advances have motivated a shift towards the provision of user oriented hydrometeorological services in Africa. This course will articulate how to make use of meteorological, hydrological and climate services in risk reduction, early warning, and early action and to inform decisions, improve prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. It will further explore how climate and hydrology information services have been integrated into decision-making at local, national and regional scales and in a range of different sectors, including agriculture, health, forestry, fisheries, transport, tourism, water resources management and energy in contribution to disaster reduction. The course will also cover the essential partnership between the climate and hydrological services and other technical services and sectoral implementing partners involved in early warning systems such as the ocean and, health services as well as space agencies.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

The objective of this module is to strengthen the understanding of available climate and hydrology information, sources, frequency of production, and application of science-based climate prediction and services in order to provide participants with a unique opportunity to reduce vulnerabilities to extreme weather and climate events through integrated climate and hydrology information services.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This training is meant for practitioners, decision and policy makers working in disaster risk management, climate change adaptation specifically in the hydrology-meteorology field. This includes individuals working with government institutions, NGOs the UN, intergovernmental bodies and the private sector. Students and young professionals who would like to increase their knowledge in the field are also welcome.

FEE INFORMATION

The course fee of $800 per participant covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits. All participants will additionally cater for their travel expenses, accommodation, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses. Accommodation and shuttle services can be arranged upon request. Gravitazz will also provide invitation letters for the trainings should it be necessary.

HOW TO REGISTER

In order to register please contact:

Mr Maurice Kande at maurice@gravitazzcontinental.com or info@gravitazzcontinental.com

Or please use our Online Registration Form at http://gravitazzinstitute.com/registration/online-registration-form/

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: 3 JULY 2017

For more information on the training please consult the attachment.