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This study analyzes the impact of the distribution of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) on the beaches of the Dominican Republic and its relationship with coastal erosion and the dynamics of beach-dune systems. A total of 31 beach-dune systems were compared using 17 qualitative variables to assess the influence of palm trees planted for agricultural or touristic purposes on beach morphology, anthropic occupation, and dynamics. The results indicate that beaches with palm trees planted for touristic purposes exhibit higher compaction, slumping, and erosion, as well as lower resilience in the beach-dune system. These beaches also have a higher presence of tourist complexes, mechanical cleaning, and removal of vegetal debris, which contributes to the alteration of the beach profile and native vegetation. Palm trees can also act as wave flow accelerators, exacerbating sediment loss and increasing the risk of the palms themselves falling, which entails personal risks. It is concluded that the removal of coconut palms and comprehensive beach restoration, including the recovery of dune fronts and associated vegetation, are necessary actions to improve the stability and dynamics of Dominican coasts. Furthermore, the importance of developing planning and management strategies that promote the conservation and restoration of beach-dune systems in touristic and agricultural areas is suggested.
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Report analysing the effects of several marine storms between 19/10 and 5/11/2023, including erosion, sediment accumulation and beach rotation in different Catalan municipalities.
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Report analysing the impacts of Storm Isaack on the Catalan coast (6–8 February 2023), using press, social media, municipalities and satellite imagery.
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The study focuses on floristic diversity and impacts on dune systems along the Catalan coast. Twenty-one dune-restricted plant species were identified as indicators of ecological integrity. A new index was applied to measure species diversity relative to total site biodiversity. Results indicate that dunes with less human activity retain more native species.
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The Map for the Prevention of Geological Risks is a document that represents the geological hazard of the territory at a scale of 1:25,000. It is a multi-hazard map, which offers an overview of the hazards identified in the territory. The territory is zoned, for each hazard considered, into high, medium and low hazard, and is represented according to traffic lights. The symbology used allows the type of phenomenon causing the hazard to be identified, while the phenomena and indicators of this hazard are represented.
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Report analysing the effects of the early September 2023 DANA in Catalonia (heavy rainfall focused on Terres de l’Ebre and significant swell), based on press, social media, municipal inputs and satellite imagery, including an impacts inventory.
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Geomechanical study that defines and applies geomechanical stations along the Catalan coast to describe lithologies, discontinuities and strength parameters (q_u), GSI and Hoek–Brown mi, with RMR classification, photo record and sampling; includes GIS inventory and 202 station sheets.
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Geophysical logging report of the Roquetes borehole to characterise subsurface materials, water column and physical parameters using temperature, conductivity and electromagnetic induction probes.
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This study analyzes the historical management of coastal dune fields on the Catalan coast to understand their changes over time.
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This study analyzes geohistorical sources to understand coastal management of Sant Pere Pescador beach in the Gulf of Roses.
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