Morocco has a region which is known
for having many landslides. The Zoumi sector of the Moroccan Rif was used in a
study because of the frequency and distribution of the landslides that take
place. The idea behind the study was to create a susceptibility map. This map
will assist in providing needed information to better plan, protect the people
and property when it comes to the rebuilding of structures and roads after the occurrence
of such mass movements.
The location of the Rif area made it a little difficult to
map. Here is the article which discuss the Mapping of Mass Movements Susceptibility
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This is very interesting. I'm glad that Morocco is doing something to prevent any property damage or casualties throughout the country. I feel that with proper engineering that less homes and businesses will be affected by mass wasting
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