This CARP project investigates the increasing occurrence of flash floods in Tiko Municipality, Fako Division, South West Region, Cameroon, and their socio-economic impacts. Flash floods have become severe natural hazards in the region, causing damage to infrastructure, households, agriculture, businesses, and loss of lives. The research aims to understand the causes and effects of recent flash floods, assess the socio-economic factors contributing to the population's vulnerability, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing measures to mitigate flash flood impacts.

Study Site:

Tiko Municipality, Fako Division, South West Region, Cameroon.

Main Research Questions:

• What were the causes and effects of the 2022 flash floods in Tiko municipality?
• What are the socio-economic factors making the population of Tiko municipality vulnerable to flash floods?
• How effective are the existing structural and non-structural measures in reducing the impacts of flash floods?

Research Team:

• Jator Saker Chilah (Principal Investigator) - Masters Student, Disaster Risk Management, University of Buea, Cameroon
• Mabel Nechia Wantim - Senior Lecturer, University of Buea, Cameroon