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New estimates of probable maximum precipitation in South West England

✍ Scribed by C Clark

Publisher
John Wiley and Sons
Year
2007
Tongue
English
Weight
466 KB
Volume
2
Category
Article
ISSN
1350-4827

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✦ Synopsis

Two methods have been used to estimate the probable maximum precipitation (PMP) over South West England. The first is based on an analysis of rainfall frequency data; the second uses depth duration data f r o m rare storms. Both methods give results of around 500 mm for the 24-hour PMP, which for many parts of the region is considerably higher than that given by the Flood Studies Report. By relating PMP to average annual rainfall, new maps of the distribution of PMP over South West England were produced. Values of PMP are highest on low ground, reflecting the effect of convectional processes in these areas.

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