Natural hazards

The harsh and varied landscapes are typical for the Alps and are part of their attractiveness. At the same time, they expose the Alpine population to a number of natural hazards. These hazards can potentially jeopardise human activities and lives, and they are becoming more frequent due to climate change. The number and scope of floods, rockfalls, landslides, avalanches and other natural hazards has been increasing. It is therefore important to raise awareness among the public and to share and coordinate measures among Alpine states. The damage caused by natural hazards must be prevented and limited with measures that are effective without massively impacting landscapes and ecosystems.

Protocols and Declarations

There is no Protocol on natural hazards. However, the topic is addressed in the following Protocols: Mountain Forests Protocol, Spatial Planning and Sustainable Development Protocol, Soil Conservation Protocol, and Transport Protocol as well as the Action Plan on Climate Change in the Alps.

Thematic Working Bodies

Selected Documents and Publications

Projects

Sustainable Development Goals

Goal 11

Sustainable cities and communities

Goal 13

Climate action

Goal 16

Peace, justice and strong institutions

Goal 17

Partnerships for the goals

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