ISLAND DWELLERS PERCEPTIONS ON PADMA RIVER FLOOD

Island dwellers’ perceptions on flood characteristics were the first determinant of flood distinctiveness. Higher magnitude and duration of flood indicated higher flood susceptibility. The present research was conducted to understand island dweller’s perception on Padma river flood. When water level crossed the danger level frequently, it brought a lot of sorrows and sufferings to the present study area. Long duration of flood water implied the severe flood. Similarly, longer duration of flood water enhanced communities flood risk. Two fifth of the respondents said that duration of flood water is usually 21days to 30 days. Duration of flood water was highest in village Debpur and lowest in village Narayanpur. Duration of flood water was also higher in village Satrashia. In summary, island dwellers’ perceived that Padma river flood in the present study area lasted for long time with high magnitude.