Abstract
In Hungary flood disasters are the major natural hazard as a consequence of lowland topographic conditions. Due to both structural and nonstructural mitigation measures from the mid 19th century, like building dikes and developing adequate warning system, no loss of life was reported since the 1950’s. Nevertheless the value of damage to human property in flood-prone areas may reach millions of euros each year throughout the country. Flood forecast is performed by the national hydrological institute, and warning is transmitted to the local hydrological authorities about the forthcoming disaster. Disaster response measures are based on conventional hydrological information and action plans are developed with traditional methods. The latest technology of GIS and remote sensing is not yet tested in the country to support the spatial information need of disaster response.
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