ABOUT THIS RECORD
The map shows modelled areas at risk of flooding across Europe for a 500 year return period. Cell values indicate estimated water depth in metres.
Return period maps show scenarios, not forecasts. They can support exposure screening and comparisons of population and assets when used with current local evidence.
Arche Zero keeps the scenario definition, source and package details with the layer so it is not mistaken for current event data.
Potential uses
Limits Dataset records are descriptive and do not replace current local evidence, professional judgement or forecasts for a specific event.