Research on Urban Flood Disaster Response Based on the 4R Crisis Management Theory: A Case Study of the “23·7” Torrential Rain in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei

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10.2991/978-94-6463-780-9_29How to use a DOI?

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4R crisis management theory; “23·7” Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei torrential rain; urban flooding disaster; disaster response

Abstract

Based on the 4R crisis management theory, this paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the extreme heavy rainfall event that occurred in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region from July 27 to August 2, 2023. This torrential rain resulted in severe flooding, leading to significant casualties and property damage. The article begins by detailing the extreme characteristics of the torrential rain through case studies and analysis, including the amount of precipitation, the extent of the impact, and the consequences of the disaster, while comparing these factors to typical historical torrential rain events. A thorough examination of the entire disaster response process is conducted. Utilizing the four stages of the 4R crisis management theory—Reduction, Readiness, Response, and Recovery—this paper analyzes the issues and underlying causes of urban disaster response, such as weak public awareness of disaster prevention, insufficient early warning systems, and inadequate coordination in emergency response and rescue efforts. Finally, the article suggests improvements, including enhancing urban infrastructure, refining disaster warning and emergency response capabilities, and promoting the use of digital watershed technology to bolster cities’ capacities to respond to extreme weather events and mitigate disaster losses.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Lingzhi Ouyang
AU  - Yuhai Zhang
AU  - Huaqing Tang
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/07/03
TI  - Research on Urban Flood Disaster Response Based on the 4R Crisis Management Theory: A Case Study of the “23·7” Torrential Rain in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei
BT  - Proceedings of the 2025 International Conference on Engineering Management and Safety Engineering (EMSE 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 302
EP  - 314
SN  - 2352-5401
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-780-9_29
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-780-9_29
ID  - Ouyang2025
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