Development of an algorithm for automatic elaboration, representation and dissemination of landslide monitoring data

Abstract

Despite the support of technological improvements in hazard monitoring and management, the aspect of dissemination of scientific data is still underestimated. Hazard monitoring systems are usually organized in complex networks, composed of automatized procedures in order to capture, pre-process, elaborate, transfer the monitoring result data and to generate warnings. However, a well-organized communication strategy leads to success in hazard management, especially concerning emergency conditions. In this paper, we present an approach for monitoring results dissemination in the form of single-page informative bulletin, composed of synthetic information dedicated to non-expert receivers. We developed an automatic methodology for fast and efficient data analysis and proper elaboration and dissemination, and we integrated all these elements into an algorithm for automatic bulletin generation. Our purpose was to construct a configurable tool that could be easily adapted to the hazard conditions under study. Afterwards, we applied the developed algorithm to landslide monitoring data-set. We validated the proposed approach by verifying the consistency of the model. Our methodology shows how to integrate a variety of information relative to landslide evolution, and it can be a convenient support for the management of natural hazards especially during critical situations.

Operative Monographies: Development of a New Tool for the Effective Management of Landslide Risks

“…The concept of usable science, for the correct dissemination of scientific results, are sometimes considered a minor issue in landslide study and investigations. In particular during emergency, a proper dissemination of the available data about the observed landslide evolution can represent a key point for a good involvement of population, and an effective support to decision makers [24,26].…”

“…In recent years, innovative approaches have provided an important step forward by integrating the existing inventory with other resources derived from technical community [22], or benefit from application of semantic engine to scan news available on internet [23]. Alongside, the scientific community emphasized the importance of correct management of data, their clear representation and dissemination in the field of landslide monitoring [24][25][26].Taking into account active landslides, consistent information about each single unstable area may occur. Indeed, the high vulnerability of those cases required an in-depth characterization of the hazardous landslides.…”

“…Monitoring can be performed using traditional in situ system as: (i) Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) [27,28]; (ii) Robotized Total Station (RTS) [29]; (iii) inclinometer and piezometer boreholes [30]. In addition, can be used remote sensing techniques, like: (i) Ground Based SAR [31]; (ii) satellite SAR interferometry [32-34]; (iii) Light Detection and Ranging LiDAR [35,36].By considering active landslides, on one hand, the scientific community proposed effective methodologies and integrated services for design, evaluate and manage landslide risk [20,24,26]. Moreover, many researches discussed landslide monitoring networks [36], landslide risk assessment [7], and early warning system application [37,38].…”

“…By considering active landslides, on one hand, the scientific community proposed effective methodologies and integrated services for design, evaluate and manage landslide risk [20,24,26]. Moreover, many researches discussed landslide monitoring networks [36], landslide risk assessment [7], and early warning system application [37,38].…”

The Importance of a Dedicated Monitoring Solution and Communication Strategy for an Effective Management of Complex Active Landslides in Urbanized Areas

“…Beside technological and computational aspects, LANDMON satisfies a predefined communication strategy, which considers a specific approach for monitoring results dissemination [41,43]. The experience in the use of monitoring systems to manage emergencies emphasizes the need for a more effective communication approach to inform stakeholders and involved population correctly.…”