Landslide Threat in Udupi District Deemed Low: GSI Study
By ETF Desk
A recent study conducted by the Geological Survey of India (GSI) has provided a sigh of relief to the residents of Udupi district, Karnataka. The study aimed to assess the risk of landslides in the region and found that the threat is low. The GSI study was conducted to identify areas prone to landslides and to suggest measures to mitigate the risk.
The study was conducted in the wake of frequent landslides in the Western Ghats, which has been causing concern among the residents. The study found that the Western Ghats in Udupi district are not prone to landslides, and the risk is low. The study also suggested measures to prevent landslides, such as afforestation and soil conservation.
The study's findings are expected to provide a sense of relief to the residents of Udupi district, who have been living in fear of landslides. The study's recommendations are also expected to help the authorities to take necessary measures to prevent landslides in the region. Source: Google News – Udupi.