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Poster session: Poster session with drinks and snacks Location: HSB3 | |
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Poster
Challenges in Modelling Urban Catchments: Integrating Surface Runoff and CSO Response 1: Newcastle University, United Kingdom; 2: Northumbrian Water Limited This study investigates the challenges of modelling urban catchments, specifically focusing on the interaction between surface runoff and Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) in Newcastle upon Tyne. After devastating flooding events, including the 2012 storms, it was shown that Newcastle is highly vulnerability to flooding, which is exacerbated by climate change and urbanisation. The city’s combined sewer system discharges untreated effluent into water bodies through CSOs during heavy rainfall events, causing environmental harm. This study uses the City Catchment Analysis Tool (City-CAT), a hydrodynamic model, to simulate surface runoff and identify contributions to CSO events. The Ouseburn catchment, known for frequent CSO occurrences, is analysed in detail. The results provide an opportunity of bridging the gap between surface runoff management and sewage system operation. The study’s findings aim to improve decision-making and facilitate collaboration between stakeholders. Future work will focus on refining the interaction between surface runoff and response of the drainage system, and on exploring interventions to reduce of flooding and CSO events. | |