Use Haawal to Make a Temporary Dam
Firefighters and mayors often face unpredictable emergencies that require adaptable defenses. A temporary dam can stop or redirect water without permanent structures. The Haawal flood barrier is engineered as flexible flood protection for all surfaces, including paved roads, slopes, and riverbanks, so it performs whether you’re protecting urban zones, critical infrastructure, or implementing temporary dams.
Temporary Dam in the Ubagua River
In the Ubagua River, Haawal systems were used to build a temporary dam to stop invasive fish. The barrier held back flowing water on a natural riverbed, demonstrating how the system adapts to irregular surfaces and real hydraulic conditions. This highlights the barriers’ versatility for emergency use beyond traditional flood defense.
Emergency Exercises with Norwegian Civil Defence
In a forest fire exercise with the Norwegian Civil Defence, Haawal barriers showed how they can be rapidly deployed across varying terrain; gravel, dirt, and uneven ground. This practicality is key for temporary damming and flood preparedness when time and conditions don’t allow for fixed infrastructure.
Extendable Protection Across Scenarios
The same Haawal system that forms a temporary dam can also:
Protect individual buildings from flooding
Provide defenses along rivers and coastlines
Support municipal flood response plans
For municipal decision-makers, this means one adaptable solution for multiple emergency scenarios, reducing complexity and improving response effectiveness.
Key Takeaways
Haawal supports temporary dams on varied surfaces
Flexible flood protection adapts to urban and natural terrain
Proven in river and emergency response scenarios
Same system protects buildings, rivers, and coastlines
Ideal for firefighters and municipal preparedness
FAQ
Q: What is flexible flood protection for all surfaces?
A: Systems designed to deploy on pavement, soil, gravel, and slopes without need for fixed foundations.
Q: Can Haawal form a temporary dam?
A: Yes, case studies show it effectively controls water flow in emergency situations.
Q: Who benefits most?
A: Firefighters, mayors, and emergency planners needing adaptable flood and water control.