Emergency response & contingency planning
Just a heads-up—this section is still a work in progress! I’ll be revising and expanding it soon to make sure it’s as useful as possible. Curious about what’s already done or currently in the works? Check the changelog for updates.
When an emergency strikes your water system — be it a major main break, a sudden loss of a key water source, or even a potential contamination event — rapid, informed, and effective decision-making is absolutely critical. In these high-stress situations, your hydraulic model can provide invaluable support. This section details how.
For instance, during a main break analysis, once the approximate location of the break is known (or suspected), you can quickly simulate it in your model to identify the likely extent of the affected area, predict the severity of pressure loss, and evaluate the effectiveness of different isolation strategies (which valves to close) and repair approaches. This helps prioritize response and restore service faster.
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