In-Situ and Proximal Sensing Techniques for Monitoring Naturals Hazards to Mitigate Risk in Tourism Activities: A Case Study in the Geoparc Bletterbach, Italy

A novel approach using wearable long-range transceivers and ground sensors, combined with proximal sensing techniques, effectively monitors natural hazards such as floods, rockfalls, and tree falls in the Geoparc Bletterbach, a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the Dolomites. This study demonstrates that real-time tracking of tourism activities can significantly mitigate risks for visitors, who are increasingly drawn to the region's spectacular landscapes and geological formations. By integrating these technologies, researchers achieved proactive hazard detection, reducing the likelihood of dangerous incidents in this high-traffic area with 60,000 annual visits.

Mejia-Aguilar, A., Bianco, G. M., Marrocco, G., Voegele, A., Jan Van Veelen, M., & Strapazzon, G. (2021). In-Situ and Proximal Sensing Techniques for Monitoring Naturals Hazards to Mitigate Risk in Tourism Activities: A Case Study in the Geoparc Bletterbach, Italy. 2021 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium IGARSS, 1815–1818. https://doi.org/10.1109/igarss47720.2021.9554279