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The Yangtze River "digital twin" is revolutionizing flood management and mitigation

  The Yangtze River "digital twin" is revolutionizing flood management and mitigation along Asia's longest river. This innovative technology creates a virtual replica of the entire Yangtze River and the Three Gorges Dam, allowing for real-time monitoring, simulation, and prediction of flood events.   Ships pass the five-tier ship lock of the Three Gorges Project in October. WANG GANG/XINHUA Key Features and Benefits Real-time Monitoring: The digital twin provides instant access to critical metrics of the Three Gorges Dam, enabling continuous monitoring of dam pressure and safety. Flood Prediction: By analyzing existing flood data in the upper reaches, the system can predict future flood trends in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze.   Early Warning System: The digital twin enables earlier and more accurate flood warnings, allowing for safer evacuations and more targeted flood defense measures. Comprehensive Database: A database of 706 polders along the Yan...