Understanding the Stanford Flood of 2023: Lessons for the Future
In September 2023, a cut-off low-pressure system caused extreme flooding in Stanford, Hermanus, and the surrounding Overberg areas - damaging infrastructure, homes, and even parts of the N2.
At the Overberg Geoscientists Group (OGG) Breakfast Meeting on 6 November 2025, experts Malcolm Lee, Prof. Chris James, and Stuart Dunsmore presented their findings on:
• The causes and impacts of the flood
• Flood risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Early warning systems to prevent future disasters
Their research combines rainfall analysis, flood simulations, and risk management to strengthen local resilience against future weather events.
Read the full presentation here.
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