Climate Change Impact on Landslides Rising global temperatures contribute to more extreme weather patterns, including intense rainfall events that increase soil saturation and slope instability. Additionally, the melting of permafrost in colder regions due to warming temperatures weakens mountain slopes, heightening the risk of landslides. Deforestation and land-use changes further exacerbate these conditions by reducing natural vegetation that stabilizes soil. Research significance Researching climate change’s impact on landslides is critical as rising temperatures, shifting precipitation patterns, and extreme weather events intensify landslide risks globally. Increased rainfall and rapid snowmelt contribute to soil saturation and instability on slopes, while droughts can dry soils, leading to heightened erosion and landslide susceptibility. Methodology Climate models project changes in temperature, precipitation, and extreme weather, which can trigger landslides. Landslide susceptibility maps, created using GIS tools and machine learning algorithms, help identify high-risk zones based on topography, soil type, and vegetation. Historical landslide records are analyzed alongside climate data to detect trends and correlations. Alternative High Rainfall, Low Vegetation, Stable Soil, Steep Slope Evaluation preference Average Rainfall (mm), Vegetation Coverage (%), Soil Stability Index, Community Preparedness (%), Slope Gradient (degrees), Erosion Rate (%) Results High Rainfall is getting top of the table Low Vegetation is getting bottom of the table.
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