Open AccessGeological Hazards in Tbilisi
Author(s) -
Merab Gaprindashvili
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
šromebi - sak'art'velos tek'nikuri universiteti
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 1512-0996
DOI - 10.36073/1512-0996-2022-1-129-150
Subject(s) - landslide , natural hazard , geology , geologic hazards , rockfall , debris , mudflow , tectonics , natural (archaeology) , earth science , mining engineering , seismology , paleontology , oceanography
Geological description of the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, includes the history of its study, geological conditions, all statistical levels in the area and lithological composition with relevant graphic material. The tectonic, seismic, morphological and hydrogeological conditions of the study area are also presented. The main triggers/causes of geological hazards are presented in a separate subsection. The types of geological hazards (landslides, mudflows, rockfalls) spread within the territory of the capital are described in detail. The focus is on recent natural disasters that disrupted the normal rhythm of urban life, threatened the safe movement of traffic, deformed and destroyed many homes and infrastructure, and most regrettably caused loss of life. In the final chapter of the article, recommendations for protective measures are offered for each threat.