Description of actual services provided in the assignment:

The primary goal of this project is to develop the Hydro-Meteorological Network necessary for implementing FFEWS (Flood Forecasting and Early Warning System) in the Melamchi river basin, which includes the Melamchi river, Yangri river, and Larke river up to the confluence of the Indrawati river to the Sunkoshi River.

The project's objectives include:

• Reviewing the existing hydro-meteorological network established by DHM (Department of Hydrology and Meteorology), Nepal, within the Melamchi river basin.
• Conducting a comprehensive analysis of current risk data, reports, and studies, covering exposure, hazard, and vulnerability across various risk scenarios through detailed multi-hazard risk assessments.
• Designing an optimal network of hydro-meteorological stations crucial for effective early warning systems.
• Identifying the types of hydro-meteorological stations required.
• Estimating the costs associated with installing hydro-meteorological stations.
• Creating flood inundation maps.
• Identifying communities vulnerable to flooding.
• Facilitating stakeholder meetings with local government authorities.
• Conducting Capacity Building Trainings for DHM staff.
• Assessing the applicability and importance of the hydro-meteorological network design in Melamchi for other sectors.