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Medellín monitors 31 high-risk landslide areas with a novel monitoring system
The Mayor's Office of Medellín announced that, through the DAGRD, the city has strengthened the operation of a geological and geotechnical monitoring system that allows permanent tracking of 31 critical points on the city's slopes identified for their vulnerability to landslides...
TL;DR
- Medellín's DAGRD has strengthened a geological and geotechnical monitoring system.
- The system tracks 31 critical points on the city's slopes vulnerable to landslides.
- Currently, 110 instruments are installed, including inclinometers, piezometers, and smart nodes.
- The system analyzes ground behavior to anticipate emergencies and is operated by the District's Disaster Risk Management Technical Team.
- Over 500 families in critical areas have identified risks, allowing for timely mitigation efforts.
- The DAGRD also analyzes data, conducts technical follow-ups, and works with community leaders on prevention.