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Flooding in Kaligawe Sub-district, Genuk District and Surrounding Areas as a Result of Global Warming
Published date: Oct 29 2025
Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences
Issue title: The 8th Legal International Conference and Studies (LICS 2025): Integrating Climate Change and Biodiversity into National & International Legislation—Harmonizing Knowledge
Pages: 597 - 605
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Abstract:
Global warming contributes to the rise in sea levels, leading to increased flooding risks in coastal regions, including tidal flooding. Climate change caused by global warming also alters rainfall patterns. The unpredictable and changing climate has impacted conditions in Kaligawe, Genuk, Semarang, and nearby areas. The recurrent floods in Kaligawe, Genuk, and surrounding regions pose a significant challenge for the Semarang City Government. These floods disrupt various activities for the local community. Factories, residences, schools, campuses, and hospitals in the area require secure and accessible transportation routes for smooth economic and social functions. Flooding also affects the environment, results in material losses, and impacts public health. This study aims to investigate the causes of flooding, its effects, and appropriate mitigation strategies to resolve the flooding issues in Kaligawe, Genuk, and the neighboring areas.
Keywords: flooding, global warming, sea level rise
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