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“Traditionally, rainfall estimates have relied on limited gauges or radar data with significant limitations,” said Daniel Li, assistant professor of research in civil engineering, who will lead the project. “By combining radar data with real-time ground observations, our team can pinpoint rainfall amounts with greater precision, providing the state with a modernized, science-based system for planning and emergency response.”
The project will not only strengthen flood warning systems but also improve models that support water supply, reservoir management and ecological health.
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