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- Title
THE ROLE OF MASS WASTING IN GEOMORPHOLOGICAL EVOLUTION OF THE TERRITORY OF REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA.
- Authors
Hoxha, Andri
- Abstract
The problem of studying the mass wasting in Republic of Albania and their geomorphological activity is considered as a largely historical and difficult phenomenon. The morphological evolution of the sloping processes where they are formed requires detailed study of the sedimentological and chronostratigraphic data of the territory.The problems of hillside instability are among the most destructive natural hazards of territory of Albania, which represents one of the greatest threats to the life and material goods of the population. Landslides, landslides, flows and complex movements occur day by day around landscapes of Albania. Each year these disasters cause many victims, injured and injured, as well as large economic losses. The impact that this type of danger causes is of greater magnitude in low-income countries due to its high degree of vulnerability. To prevent future disasters associated with hillside instability, it is of the utmost importance that all members of the population know this phenomenon and remain attentive to the manifestations that prey on it and the factors that generate it. The study of these dangers related to hillside instability involves the participation of interdisciplinary groups of specialists, who analyze not only the process as such, but also the resulting socio-economic effects. The first step to reduce the harmful effects caused by these natural phenomena is to spread knowledge and foster culture among the inhabitants of a territory about them. Many of the slopes are in a potentially unstable condition, so that movements can start easily. This is due to different factors. On the one hand, the forming thermal materials may be poorly resistant or be characterized by the presence of weakness systems such as diaclases, fractures, failures. etc, which implies latent instability, or the slopes may be exposed to external factors, such as erosion, that play a very important role in their imbalance. The presence of excessive rains and intense tremors are the main detonating mechanisms of instability in the context of natural disasters. Do not cut trees or destroy the natural vegetation of the region and do not dig the hillsides in the form of cuts and terraces without authorization. Where the surface of the natural terrain is inclined, it is important to don't allow water from household drains to infiltrate the terrain. It must give immediate notice to the civil protection, so that they are responsible for expediting the repair work, so that the ground does not soften. It is very important that you are attentive to the indications of the civil protection authorities of your community, especially during the rainy season. If infractructure of settlements are located on the side of a hills, should constantly check the walls and ceilings for cracks or subsidence.
- Subjects
ALBANIA; MASS-wasting (Geology); GEOMORPHOLOGY; LANDSLIDES; SOCIAL status; PETROLOGY
- Publication
Knowledge: International Journal, 2020, Vol 38, Issue 3, p561
- ISSN
2545-4439
- Publication type
Article