Conceptual Framework of Systems Thinking based Flood Risk Management: A Preliminary Study

Abstract

Flood Risk Management (FRM) is implemented by the government to cope with floods, with mitigation/prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery phases. The occurrence of urban flooding regularly indicates that the applied FRM has not functioned effectively. This study proposes using systems thinking in flood risk management since the interdependence between flood risk components and the programs in the FRM is complex. For this reason, systems thinking in the form of a causal loop diagram can be used to explore the interdependence between programs within the FRM framework and flood risk components. By identifying the pattern of interdependence between flood risk and FRM, FRM programs can be directed to achieve the final target, namely reducing flood risk in an area. Therefore, life in flood-prone areas can occur sustainably and harmoniously.