DEVELOPMENT of a Water Level Data Logging System with Web-Based Data Visualization for Remote Monitoring STATIONS

Abstract

The disastrous effects of floods have caused devastating destruction to residential infrastructure, displaced individuals, and even loss of lives in low-lying communities. Over the years, the aftermath of floods has profoundly impacted agricultural sectors, leading to significant damage to crops and livestock, disrupting food supply chains and agricultural productivity.  This study underscores the importance of implementing effective disaster preparedness and mitigation measures to enhance community resilience during natural disasters, thereby reducing the increase in water levels in primary river systems in a local community. To support the collective efforts of local authorities in flood disaster preparedness, this study incorporates a water-monitoring device and a time-series web-based monitoring platform as primary tools for river water-level monitoring. This web monitoring platform allows users to visualize water level trends in a web chart with views ranging from daily to custom time frames. The web visualization is designed to be compatible and accessible on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones, enabling users to monitor river conditions from anywhere and make informed decisions. Moreover, water levels were classified according to the Philippine standard water level alert categories: green, yellow, orange, and red. On the other hand, displaying the measurement of water level increase or decrease in a web section has effectively conveyed a river's matching water level category. This implementation empowers barangay authorities to augment conventional practices for assessing river conditions within their jurisdictions during periods of intense rainfall and tropical storms.