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ABSTRACT
In this study, the processes of determining potential and active avalanche release areas and preparing
avalanche hazard maps in Turkey are discussed through the example of Palandöken Ski Resort. Firstly,
active and potential avalanche release areas (PÇBB) were determined and then these data were transferred
to the avalanche mobile application developed by the General Directorate of Combating Desertification
and Erosion (ÇEMGM) in order to facilitate access and use by local people, security forces, climbers, skiers,
etc. As a result of the study, a total of 1.779 hectares of potential and active avalanche starting zones were
identified in the study area of 15,335 hectares. After the determination of these zones, avalanche velocity,
pressure, height, flow and accumulation areas were calculated by using the two-dimensional Rapid Mass
Movement Simulation (RAMMS) software in order to reveal the boundaries of avalanche flow and
accumulation areas more clearly. As a result of these simulations, the avalanche flow and accumulation
areas were determined as 6,605 hectares in total. The analysis shows that the gendarmerie station and hotels
in the study area are under serious avalanche risk and this risk may cause greater damages in the future.
Based on these simulation results, avalanche hazard maps have been prepared in accordance with the
mapping standards developed by ÇEMGM and the existing avalanche hazards have been evaluated. These
maps are used in the planning of structures such as ski resorts, cable car, chairlift lines, highway routes and
settlements in the region to determine the current and future avalanche hazards/risks and to take necessary
precautions. The study constitutes an important source for planning and monitoring studies to be carried
out in avalanche hazard and avalanche risk areas through the example of Palandöken Ski Resort.
Keywords: Avalanche, Avalanche Hazard Map, Avalanche Release Areas, Ramms, Palandöken Ski Resort

Makale Atıf Bilgisi: Yıldız, E. – Bulut, İ. (2024). “Türkiye’de Potansiyel Çığ
Başlama Bölgelerinin Tespiti, Çığ Mobil Uygulaması
ve Çığ Tehlike Haritalarının Hazırlanması Süreçleri:
Palandöken Kayak Merkezi Örneği”. Çevre, Şehir ve
İklim Dergisi, Yıl: 3, Çölleşme, Erozyon ve İklim Deği-
şikliği Özel Sayısı, s. (157-181)
Makale Türü: Araştırma
Geliş Tarihi: 26.10.2024
Kabul Tarihi: 29.10.2024
Yayın Tarihi: 08.11.2024
Yayın Sezonu: Kasım 2024

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