A report on frequency of cyclones affecting Gujarat state and role of mangroves and shelter-belt in cyclone risk mitigation
The purpose of this report is to understand the frequency of cyclones hitting Gujarat and role of mangroves and shelterbelts in cyclone risk mitigation. With reference to the scientific studies mentioned in the report, it can be reckoned that there is an increase in cyclonic activity in the Arabian Sea which is mainly due to the increase in the temperature of the water body caused by anthropogenic warming from various factors.
The role of mangroves and shelterbelts in mitigating cyclone risk was analysed and was found that they are a powerful tool to mitigate the impact of strong cyclonic activity and also help in checking the soil erosion and inward sand drift, thereby protecting cultivated fields, houses and homesteads near the coast. It was also found that the reduction of the risk depends on mangrove species, the width of the mangrove area as well as the density.
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