Flood Trigger Map

Automated satellite and radar maps enable transparent cat bond triggers by quantifying flood extent and water levels for parametric payouts.

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How does it work?

Traditional catastrophe bond triggers often depend on modeled losses or sparse gauge networks, causing payment delays and disputes. Satellite and radar-based flood inundation mapping delivers objective, near-real-time flood extent measurements, reducing basis risk and expediting parametric payouts.

Objective Measurement: High-resolution satellite and radar imagery quantifies flood extent without relying on proxy models. This transparency fosters trust among issuers and investors.
Rapid Trigger Verification: Inundation maps update within hours of flood events, enabling near-real-time bond trigger assessments. Claims can be validated quickly, shortening settlement cycles.
Reduced Basis Risk: Direct measurement of water extent aligns parametric payouts closely with actual losses. This minimizes the gap between insured exposure and payout amounts.
Scalable Coverage: The platform processes data globally, covering diverse hydrological regimes and large geographies. It supports multi-region catastrophe bonds with consistent analytics.
Customizable Thresholds: Users can define specific inundation depth or area thresholds for bond triggering. Flexible parameters accommodate contract terms and different flood scenarios.
Regulatory Compliance: Detailed geospatial records document trigger events for audit and regulatory review. Compliance-ready reports streamline reporting to capital markets and regulators.

Frequently asked questions

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How does this mapping compare to gauge-based triggers?: Satellite inundation mapping provides spatially comprehensive data independent of local sensors, reducing blind spots. While gauge networks measure point depths, geospatial maps capture flood extent over large areas.
Why is geospatial inundation mapping popular for catastrophe bonds?: Increased availability of radar satellite data and cloud processing has improved timeliness and resolution. Issuers and investors favor transparent triggers with measurable, verifiable flood metrics.
What are the limitations of satellite-based flood mapping?: Cloud cover can hinder optical imagery, though radar acquisitions mitigate this issue. Very rapid flash floods may occur between satellite passes, requiring complementary data sources.
Can hydrological modeling serve as an alternative to inundation maps for triggers?: Hydrological models simulate flood extents but depend on local calibration and may not reflect real-time conditions. Geospatial mapping offers empirical observations that enhance or validate model outputs.
How frequently can inundation maps update compared to other flood mapping solutions?: Radar satellites revisit most regions daily to every few days, with cloud platforms processing results within hours. Constellation tasking and multi-source integration can provide even higher update rates than traditional monitoring.
Are these maps accepted by regulators and rating agencies?: Many regulatory bodies and rating agencies recognize geospatial data for parametric insurance verification due to its transparency and auditability. Implementation may require validation studies and documented methodologies.

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