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The spatial and temporal rainfall characteristics influence the runoff hydrograph of a catchment, while accurate forecasting of precipitation is crucial to the prediction of floods and flash floods. This study presents a review of recent hydrologic advances in space-time rainfall modeling and forecasting. The strengths and weaknesses of the available models are discussed and directions for further research and improvements are given.
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Foufoula-Georgiou, E., Georgakakos, K.P. (1991). Hydrologic Advances in Space-Time Precipitation Modeling and Forecasting. In: Bowles, D.S., O’Connell, P.E. (eds) Recent Advances in the Modeling of Hydrologic Systems. NATO ASI Series, vol 345. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-3480-4_3
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