VIDEO: 'Floodcast' exercise helps Caltrans prepare for real-life crises

By Editor | Dec. 23, 2015

In this Caltrans News Flash, you’ll go behind the scenes at Floodcast 2015, a simulated flood event that served as a statewide disaster preparation drill.

Based on a megastorm-style weather event, Floodcast 2015 gave Caltrans staff a chance to refine and analyze their efforts to keep the state’s transportation system accessible and open during a statewide crisis.

The skills and experience gained during Floodcast 2015 are especially critical and applicable to Caltrans’ mission, given the expected impacts of the coming El Niño this winter.