Application of Remote Sensing Approaches in Geohazard Risk (Second Edition)

Dear Colleagues,

Due to the overwhelming support and interest in the previous Special Issue (SI), we are introducing a second edition of “Application of Remote Sensing Approaches in Geohazard Risk”. We would like to thank all the authors and co-authors who contributed to the success of the first edition of this SI.

Under the influence of global climate change, rapid urban expansion, and drastic human activities, geological hazards, including landslides, debris flow, and subsidence, occur frequently every year around the world. Numerous geological disasters pose a great threat to human life and property safety, especially in less developed regions. Carrying out a risk study of geological disasters is considered an effective method to reduce losses.

Accurate observation of the geohazard phenomena from initiation to failure is the premise for risk analysis and prediction. Traditional ground-based monitoring techniques can directly observe various phenomena of geological hazards, but the high cost and sparse spatial distribution limit their application on the regional scale and in fine evaluations. In recent years, remote sensing methods, such as radar interferometry, UAVs, and LiDAR, have been widely used. These advanced approaches make significant contributions to various steps of geological disaster risk prevention, including detection, monitoring, and early warning.

The purpose of this Special Issue is to publish studies covering various applications of remote sensing in risk prevention for geohazards. We invite authors to submit research papers and technical notes on topics including but not limited to the following:

• Advanced remote sensing methods for geohazard observation;
• Detection and monitoring of geological hazards;
• Multi-scale risk analysis and mapping.

Dr. Chao Zhou
Prof. Dr. Kunlong Yin
Dr. Federico Raspini
Guest Editors

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