Wildfire risk in central and northern Europe is growing. Vulnerability assessments of buildings and infrastructure located in the WUI are key for DRR and effective resource allocation.
Linking Progressive Rock Slope Deformation to Glacier Thinning at Portage Glacier
This study examines how glacier thinning drives progressive slope instability, with the failure linked to critical ice thickness thresholds and unfavourable structural conditions.
Quantifying the ability of trees to dissipate energy during a rockfall impact after a forest fire
To quantify the protective effect of a forest against rockfall after a fire, we are proposing a new calibrated equation to estimate the maximal energy dissipation capacity of individual trees.
Exploring the potential of seasonal predictions for winter hazard assessment – a glimpse into the near future
As seasonal forecasting is currently of great interest we investigate in this study the potential for winter season natural hazard forecasting as well as the potential for water resource management.
Forest Fire Risks in Changing Climate over the Southern Slope of Himalayas
Southern Himalayas are experiencing prolonged winter droughts, escalating risks of forest fires. Climate models project worsening drought and wildfire trends under a warming climate.
Replicability of a Community co-built Glacier Lake Outburst Flood Risk Management Support System: Feasibility and Challenges
This work explores replicating a Risk Management Support System co-built with the community in Patagonia, Chile, to assess Glacier Lake Outburst Flood risks and test its adaptability in new locations.
LiDAR-based modeling of the interaction between natural disturbances and wildfire behaviour: new outcomes for Italian Alpine forests
This research explores the combined effects of windstorms and bark beetle outbreak on wildfire behaviour in Italian forests, using ALS data and FlamMap modeling to assess changes in wildfire dynamics.
Analysis of Glacier Variation and Historical GLOF Events of Badswat Glacier using Geospatial Techniques
Glaciers are crucial freshwater resources. Badswat Glacier, vulnerable to climate change, has experienced multiple GLOF events, impacting agriculture, infrastructure, and communities. Monitoring and m
An international review of management and governance approaches for protective forests
Mountain forests protect people and infrastructure from natural hazards. We compare management and governance approaches across countries, highlighting best practices and success factors.
Community Resilience in a Mountain Community in Nepal
This study explores how social capital influences resilience in a landslide-prone mountain community, highlighting collective responses, dynamic capacities, and implications for building resilience.