flood projection

[′fləd prə‚jek·shən]

(communications)

In facsimile transmission, optical method in which the subject facsimile copy is illuminated and the scanning spot is delineated by an aperture between the subject copy and the light-sensitive device.

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According to the NCC master plan, altering the rivers' flow based on a 500-year flood projection maximizes the socioeconomic value while minimizing harm to the ecosystem.

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Instead, the hurricane center continued to issue advisories in the regular format and through its regular distribution system, stressing the storm surge danger and referring people to their local Weather Service office for specific flood projections.

U.S. Hurricane Center Pushes to Improve Storm Surge Warnings

In a small respite for residents, the National Weather Service said it does not expect significant rain over the next several days that would exacerbate the flood projections.