Flood sensors, risk maps and SMS alerts: the tech plan to keep Pedieos park users safe

Three Nicosia municipalities are planning a real-time flood warning system along the Pedieos river, aimed at preventing loss of life and property damage when the river overflows during heavy rain.

The system, outlined in a study commissioned as part of the urban linear park regeneration project along the Pedieos, will cover the municipalities of Nicosia, Strovolos, and Lakatamia. Automatic SMS and email alerts will be sent to park users and municipal authorities when water levels or flow rates...