ADPCAcoustic Doppler Current ProfilerBANDPASS FILTERA filter whose frequencies are between given upper and lower cutoff values, while substantially attenuating all frequencies outside these values (this band). DP1. Deep
2. Dew PointDPDOn a buoy report, dominant wave period (seconds) is the period with the maximum wave energy.DPNGDeepeningDPTHDepthDPTRDepartureDPVADifferential Positive Vorticity AdvectionDry FloodproofingIn hydrologic terms, a dry floodproofed building is sealed against floodwaters. All areas below the flood protection level are made watertight. Walls are
coated with waterproofing compounds or plastic sheeting. Openings like doors windows, sewer lines and vents are closed, whether
permanently, with removable shields, or with sandbags. The flood protection level should be no more than 2 or 3 feet above the
top of the foundation because the buildings walls and floors cannot withstand the pressure of deeper water.FloodproofingIn hydrologic terms, the process of protecting a building from flood damage on site. Floodproofing can be divided into wet and dry floodproofing. In
areas subject to slow-moving, shallow flooding, buildings can be elevated, or barriers can be constructed to block the water’s
approach to the building. These techniques have the advantage of being less disruptive to the neighborhood. It must be noted that
during a flood, a floodproofed building may be isolated and without utilities and therefore unusable, even though it has not been
damaged.Wet FloodproofingIn hydrologic terms, an approach to floodproofing which usually is a last resort. Flood waters are intentionally allowed into the building to minimize
water pressure on the structure. Wet Floodproofing can include moving a few valueable items to a higher place or completely
rebuilding the floodable area. Wet floodproofing has an advantage over other approaches: no matter how little is done, flood
damage will be reduced. Thousands of dollars in damage can be avoided just by moving furniture and appliances out of the
flood-prone area.
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