High-Resolution Coastal Vulnerability Assessment for the Istrian Peninsula: Developing a Physical Coastal Vulnerability Index (PCVI)

Geosciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(3), P. 85 - 85

Published: March 1, 2025

Increasing risks from sea-level rise and other climate impacts call for a focus on physical coastal attributes, emphasising the need region-specific tools to address vulnerability of different coastlines. This paper presents development Physical Coastal Vulnerability Index (PCVI) change like rise, erosion, storm surges, which is applied Croatian coast Istrian Peninsula. The methodology provides detailed, site-specific assessment focusing parameters such as aspect, slope, elevation, type. Eight grid cell sizes were evaluated map coastline, demonstrating, expected, that smaller cells (5 × 5 m) captured more detailed variability in vulnerability. Among seven calculation methods, second root self-weighted arithmetic mean (M3) proved most effective, high-risk regions by prioritising critical variables. results show western vulnerable due its morphological properties, with nearly 50% highly emphasises importance using high-resolution grids avoid oversimplification recommends PCVI basis further socio-economic assessments. proposed offers framework can be adapted assess eastern Adriatic similar regions, particularly Mediterranean, enhancing relevance integrated zone management global mitigation strategies.

Language: Английский

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Long-Term and Seasonal Analysis of Storm-Wave Events in the Gulf of California

Climate, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(3), P. 54 - 54

Published: March 4, 2025

Coastal zones are threatened by extreme meteorological phenomena such as storm–wave events. Understanding storm-wave events is essential for sustainable coastal management. This study analyzed the temporal variability (both long-term and seasonal) of frequency energy content in Gulf California period 1980–2020 using data from fifth-generation climate reanalysis dataset (ERA5). The results indicate that storm becoming more frequent energetic. Storm-wave coming north but less energetic than those south. Throughout year, both south show seasonal behavior. paper aims to enhance understanding serve a foundation future studies, impact assessments.

Language: Английский

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Understanding Public Perception and Preparedness for Flood Risks in Greece

Water, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(5), P. 764 - 764

Published: March 6, 2025

The present study examines perceptions and preparedness for flooding in Greece, a country increasingly impacted by natural hazards, particularly due to the effects of climate change. Despite frequent occurrence floods, public remains insufficient many areas. Through survey 1282 respondents from various regions Greece using R statistical software process analyse data, research explores relationship between individual flood risk perceptions, prior experiences, household-level preparedness. findings show most participants are aware governmental plans, but significant gap exists perceived risks actual preparedness, especially regarding insurance relocation willingness. reveal that majority management plans; however, outcomes concerning willingness relocate highlight efforts. Many expressed dissatisfaction with current measures address risks, leading diminished trust respective authorities. To enhance awareness engagement underscores importance localized communication strategies tailored different demographic groups. Given observed efforts should focus on bridging this disconnect through practical, community-driven initiatives. Recommendations include implementing targeted campaigns, promoting government transparent policies, providing financial incentives such as subsidized encourage protective actions, and, additionally, fostering community involvement disaster management, historically flood-prone regions, strengthen resilience against future events.

Language: Английский

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Assessing nexus of spatio-temporal livability and various contemporary factors: A case of Central India from 2001 to 2021

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 972, P. 179117 - 179117

Published: March 13, 2025

Language: Английский

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Drivers and Barriers of Sustainable Behaviours Among Young Generations in a Climate-Vulnerable Italian City

International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 105420 - 105420

Published: March 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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