Preserving Geoheritage in Chefchaouen-Morocco, After a Well Accident: A Focus on Sustainability

A well-known accident in the Chefchaouen district of Morocco has highlighted the vulnerability of the region’s valuable geoheritage to environmental contamination. To assess the potential risks and inform effective mitigation strategies, we conducted a geoenvironmental assessment study. By integrati...

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Published in:Geoheritage 2025-03, Vol.17 (1), Article 14
Main Authors: AbdelMaksoud, Kholoud M., El-Tantawi, Attia M., Lagnaoui, Abdelouahed, Al-Metwaly, Wael M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biogeosciences
Earth and Environmental Science
Earth Sciences
Geoheritage
Historical Geology
Human settlements
Land use planning
Landscape/Regional and Urban Planning
Mineralogy
Original Article
Paleontology
Physical Geography
Risk assessment
Slope stability
Spatial analysis
Sustainability
Sustainable development
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Summary:A well-known accident in the Chefchaouen district of Morocco has highlighted the vulnerability of the region’s valuable geoheritage to environmental contamination. To assess the potential risks and inform effective mitigation strategies, we conducted a geoenvironmental assessment study. By integrating diverse data sources, including geological maps, satellite imagery, and spatial analysis techniques, we developed a risk assessment map for the Chefchaouen neighborhood. This map incorporates factors such as slope stability, geological formations, and structural information. Our study represents a pioneering effort in utilizing big data analytics to evaluate geoheritage risks. The generated risk assessment map provides a valuable tool for decision-makers to implement both immediate and long-term response plans. By identifying vulnerable areas and prioritizing mitigation measures, we can enhance the resilience of the region and protect its invaluable geoheritage. This approach aligns with the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, promoting the creation of inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and human settlements. Furthermore, it can support improved land use planning, resilient infrastructure development, and sustainable industrialization.
ISSN:1867-2477
1867-2485
DOI:10.1007/s12371-024-01059-0