Project Groundwater - Keeping communities safe with the groundwater flood warning platform

Groundwater flooding poses a substantial threat to various communities across the UK. Unlike surface water flooding, which is often visible and immediate, groundwater flooding results from prolonged rainfall causing the water table to rise, leading to flooding from below ground. This type of flooding can be especially tricky because it can occur days or even weeks after heavy rainfall, making it difficult to predict and manage.

Project Groundwater is on a mission to tackle these challenges head-on. They collaborate with local authorities, environmental agencies, and community groups to develop solutions that enhance preparedness and resilience against groundwater flooding events.

At 3 Sided Cube, we dove into developing a comprehensive Groundwater Flooding Portal. Our goal was to create a solution that would provide timely information, enhance community preparedness, and support proactive response measures.

The entire 3 Sided Cube team is incredibly proud of the Groundwater Flooding Portal. It’s been crafted (and coded) to make a real difference in how communities prepare for and respond to groundwater flooding. While the platform is still in its early stages, the foundation is set to deliver meaningful results.

The portal isn’t just another piece of tech—it’s a bespoke digital solution that offers timely alerts, and integrates diverse data sets for accurate forecasting. We’ve designed the platform to empower users with the knowledge they need to take proactive steps in safeguarding against groundwater flooding.

While it’s early to gauge the full impact, we’re excited about what’s to come. Watch this space for updates as the flood season approaches, with communities now armed with the Groundwater Flooding Portal.