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In August 2002, the waters of the Vltava River surged far above the highest levels recorded in more than 100 years, overcoming established protections and flooding the city of Prague. Floodwaters overwhelmed 17 stations and 12 miles of tunnels in the city's subway system. In this article, three transit officials present the lessons learned and the new protections now in place.

English

pp 18-22

2007-5

TR News

Print

Figures (1) ; Photos; Tables (4)

Flood damage; Flood protection; Lessons learned; Subways

Prague (Czech Republic)

Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation

TRIS, TRB

Jul 23 2007 4:04PM

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