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The coast will experience some of the first and most dramatic impacts of climate change. In maritime countries like Scotland, much of the cultural heritage is located on the coast, and many rich archaeological sites are facing damage through accelerated coastal erosion and flooding from rising seas. National coastal change assessments have been carried out, and some sites such as the iconic World Heritage Site Neolithic village of Skara Brae are being individually intensively monitored, but there is a need to understand vulnerability at the site level. This paper will present ongoing research into the use of drone survey methods as the basis of site level coastal change analysis and vulnerability assessment to inform prioritization, mitigation actions, and management decisions as part of a methodology to resolve the scalar differences between large-scale assessment and site-scale threat. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study evaluates the effectiveness of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in monitoring coastal changes at Pantai Mengabang Telipot, Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia. Addressing the limitations of traditional monitoring methods, such as ground-based surveys and satellite imagery, the research underscores the critical need for timely and precise coastal monitoring using drone technology. The study employs a comprehensive four-phase methodology involving area identification, data acquisition through UAV imagery, data processing, and accuracy analysis. The orthophoto accuracy achieved, compared to detailed shoreline surveys, is 0.064 m. Analysis of shoreline changes over two observation periods reveals a retreat of 0.056 m per day over 14 days, escalating to 0.180 m per day during the subsequent 20 days. These findings highlight the influence of the Southwest Monsoon and man-made structures on coastal dynamics. The results contribute significantly to advancing UAV-based coastal change assessments, emphasizing their pivotal role in precision-driven decision-making for sustainable coastal management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Shrinking shorelines and the exposed playa of saline lakes can pose public health and air quality risks for local communities. This study combines a community science method with models to forecast future shorelines and PM10 air quality impacts from the exposed playa of the Salton Sea, near the community of North Shore, CA, USA. The community science process assesses the rate of shoreline change from aerial images collected through a balloon mapping method. These images, captured from 2019 to 2021, are combined with additional satellite images of the shoreline dating back to 2002, and analyzed with the DSAS (Digital Shoreline Analysis System) in ArcGIS desktop. The observed rate of change was greatly increased during the period from 2017 to 2020. The average rate of change rose from 12.53 m/year between 2002 and 2017 to an average of 38.44 m/year of shoreline change from 2017 to 2020. The shoreline is projected to retreat 150 m from its current position by 2030 and an additional 172 m by 2041. To assess potential air quality impacts, we use WRF-Chem, a regional chemical transport model, to predict increases in emissive dust from the newly exposed playa land surface. The model output indicates that the forecasted 20-year increase in exposed playa will also lead to a rise in the amount of suspended dust, which can then be transported into the surrounding communities. The combination of these model projections suggests that, without mitigation, the expanding exposed playa around the Salton Sea is expected to worsen pollutant exposure in local communities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This study utilizes satellite data collected through the Coastal Analyst System from Space Imagery Engine (CASSIE) tools to investigate the variability of coastal dynamics along the Benin coast over four decades. Recognizing the importance of continuous monitoring of coastal zones for effective adaptation to the impacts of climate change, the study employs CASSIE for automatic mapping and analysis of the shoreline. The study’s primary objective is to scrutinize coastal dynamics by assessing the rate of shoreline evolution from 1983 to 2023, evaluating erosion trends across the entire Benin coastal zone, and identifying specific hotspots along the coast. Shoreline data, based on Sentinel 2 and Landsat data, are evaluated using the CASSIE tool and a video camera system. It was found that the shoreline generated by CASSIE aligns with the range of values captured by the camera, indicating a strong correlation between shoreline changes captured by satellites and camera system data. The study reveals a significant erosion trend during the summer, especially in July and August, along the Benin coast. It notes substantial erosion in Grand Popo and Sèmè Podji, stable shoreline changes in Ouidah and Abomey-Calavi, and significant accretion in Cotonou, possibly due to the position of Cotonou Harbor. The study also records zones of very strong erosion on beaches adjacent to protection structures at Sèmè Podji, post the installation of the latest groynes. This comprehensive analysis offers valuable insights into Benin’s coastal dynamics, contributing to the formulation of effective strategies for management and mitigation of coastal erosion. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The coastal regions represent one of the most significant environmental and economic resources, offering critical ecosystems that support biodiversity. Shoreline change analysis offers critical insights into coastal dynamics, providing trends in erosion and accretion, enabling effective coastal management and hazard mitigation. In the current study, shoreline change is assessed utilizing the Digital Shoreline Analysis System (DSAS) model for Subarnarekha and Budhabalanga river estuaries in Baleswar district, Odisha, India. The shoreline was extracted using multitemporal satellite images like Landsat‐5 and Landsat‐7 for the years 1991, 2000, and 2011. Similarly Sentinel‐2 and Landsat‐8 satellite imagery were used for the year 2022. The satellite data from 1991 to 2022 were processed using Envi, ArcGIS softwares and the shoreline is extracted for each year using band ratioing methods to demarcate shoreline. In the current research, the net accretion and erosion along the coast were analyzed using the GIS (geographic information systems) technique and the DSAS model. The four important statistical parameters of the DSAS model utilized in the study area are end point rate (EPR), net shoreline movement (NSM), linear regression rate (LRR), and least median of squares (LMS). The shoreline change analysis for the coast of Subarnarekha and Budhabalanga river estuary area from 1991 to 2022 reveals that 44% of the coast is under accretion, 7% is under stable coast, and 23% is under erosion. According to the findings, the coastal area of the recent study is both progressive and regressive in nature. For the study area, the average rates of shoreline accretion and erosion are 1.05 m and 0.45 m per year, respectively. The study gives information on erosion and accretion near the Subarnarekha and Budhabalanga river estuaries, which will aid in the development of an adaptive shoreline management strategy and coastal vulnerability assessment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Al-Hoceima Bay, located on the northern coast of Morocco, holds significant environmental importance. It also faces environmental challenges, including the pressures resulting from urban sprawl and growing number of tourists, as well as the impacts of climate change. The objective of this study is to assess the coastal changes in Al- Hoceima Bay since 1964, considering both natural and human factors. This study is based on the diachronic analysis of aerial photographs taken over a period of 56 years, utilising the digital shoreline analysis system statistical technique to calculate the shoreline’s mobility index for each period. The results demonstrate significant erosion at the Tayth beach (−1.50 m∙y−1) and Souani beach (approximately −1.90 m∙y−1), whereas accretion was experienced at the Sfiha beach at a rate of about +1.11 m∙y−1 and at the Lharch beach at a rate of +0.92 m∙y−1. The mouth of the Nekôr River experienced the highest retreat at −3.15 m∙y−1, followed by Ghiss at −2.00 m∙y−1. These findings indicate the impact of human interventions, such as the construction of the Mohamed Ben Abdelkarim El Khattabi dam on Oued Nekôr since 1981, as well as climate changes that have led to decreased flow, particularly at Oued Ghiss. These combined climatic and anthropogenic impacts have exacerbated erosion and disrupted the sediment balance along the shoreline of Al-Hoceima Bay.

Abstract Large earthquakes can instantaneously reshape coastal landforms owing to fault zone ruptures that uplift the Earth’s surface. On January 1, 2024, in the north of the Noto Peninsula, central Japan, an Mj7.6 (Mw7.5) earthquake occurred, triggering coastal uplift of up to 4 m. To measure the resulting shoreline advance, we analyzed orthophotos taken before and after the earthquake, focusing on two bays in the northwest of the Noto Peninsula where the largest uplift occurred. In response to the uplift, the shoreline advanced by up to 200 m, increasing the total area of the coastal plains by 0.46 km2. The maximum shoreline extension occurred in the midsection of both bays, while the extension at the edges was less than 20 m, possibly reflecting the shoreface topography and bathymetry existing before the uplift. The uplift exposed previously undersea rocks, forming new coastal plains and extending river channels. Our results indicate that coastal landforms such as sandy beaches, coastal plains, shore platforms, and the sediment budgets of feeding drainage systems were substantially altered by this earthquake, and a long recovery period is anticipated. Our findings serve as a crucial benchmark for tracking future changes in shorelines in response to coastal landform adjustments.

Large earthquakes can instantaneously reshape coastal landforms owing to fault zone ruptures that uplift the Earth’s surface. On January 1, 2024, in the north of the Noto Peninsula, central Japan, an Mj7.6 (Mw7.5) earthquake occurred, triggering coastal uplift of up to 4 m. To measure the resulting shoreline advance, we analyzed orthophotos taken before and after the earthquake, focusing on two bays in the northwest of the Noto Peninsula where the largest uplift occurred. In response to the uplift, the shoreline advanced by up to 200 m, increasing the total area of the coastal plains by 0.46 km2. The maximum shoreline extension occurred in the midsection of both bays, while the extension at the edges was less than 20 m, possibly reflecting the shoreface topography and bathymetry existing before the uplift. The uplift exposed previously undersea rocks, forming new coastal plains and extending river channels. Our results indicate that coastal landforms such as sandy beaches, coastal plains, shore platforms, and the sediment budgets of feeding drainage systems were substantially altered by this earthquake, and a long recovery period is anticipated. Our findings serve as a crucial benchmark for tracking future changes in shorelines in response to coastal landform adjustments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Tidal flats, a critical part of coastal wetlands, offer unique ecosystem services and functions. However, in China, these areas are under significant threat from industrialization, urbanization, aquaculture expansion, and coastline reconstruction. There is an urgent need for macroscopic, accurate and periodic tidal flat resource data to support the scientific management and development of coastal resources. At present, the lack of macroscopic, accurate and periodic high-resolution tidal flat maps in China greatly limits the spatio-temporal analysis of the dynamic changes of tidal flats in China, and is insufficient to support practical management efforts. In this study, we used the Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform to construct multi-source intensive time series remote sensing image collection from Sentinel-2 (MSI), Landsat 8 (OLI) and Landsat 9 (OLI-2) images, and then automated the execution of improved MSIC-OA (Maximum Spectral Index Composite and Otsu Algorithm) to process the collection, and then extracted and analyzed the tidal flat data of China in 2018 and 2023. The results are as follows: (1) the overall classification accuracy of the tidal flat in 2023 is 95.19%, with an F1 score of 0.92. In 2018, these values are 92.77% and 0.88, respectively. (2) The total tidal flat area in 2018 and 2023 is 8300.34 km2 and 8151.54 km2, respectively, showing a decrease of 148.80 km2. (3) In 2023, estuarine and bay tidal flats account for 54.88% of the total area, with most tidal flats distribute near river inlets and bays. (4) In 2023, the total length of the coastline adjacent to the tidal flat is 10,196.17 km, of which the artificial shoreline accounts for 67.06%. The development degree of the tidal flat is 2.04, indicating that the majority of tidal flats have been developed and utilized. The results can provide a valuable data reference for the protection and scientific planning of tidal flat resources in China. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Al-Hoceima Bay, located on the northern coast of Morocco, holds significant environmental importance. It also faces environmental challenges, including the pressures resulting from urban sprawl and growing number of tourists, as well as the impacts of climate change. The objective of this study is to assess the coastal changes in Al-Hoceima Bay since 1964, considering both natural and human factors. This study is based on the diachronic analysis of aerial photographs taken over a period of 56 years, utilising the digital shoreline analysis system statistical technique to calculate the shoreline's mobility index for each period. The results demonstrate significant erosion at the Tayth beach (-1.50 m·y-1) and Souani beach (approximately -1.90 m·y-1), whereas accretion was experienced at the Sfiha beach at a rate of about +1.11 m·y-1 and at the Lharch beach at a rate of +0.92 m·y-1. The mouth of the Nekôr River experienced the highest retreat at -3.15 m·y-1, followed by Ghiss at -2.00 m·y-1. These findings indicate the impact of human interventions, such as the construction of the Mohamed Ben Abdelkarim El Khattabi dam on Oued Nekôr since 1981, as well as climate changes that have led to decreased flow, particularly at Oued Ghiss. These combined climatic and anthropogenic impacts have exacerbated erosion and disrupted the sediment balance along the shoreline of Al-Hoceima Bay. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study aimed to estimate the economic benefits of the mangrove ecosystem resulting from coastal rehabilitation efforts in the coastal area of Karawang Regency, West Java Province, Indonesia. The estimation results are crucial for convincing stakeholders, including the government, that the budget allocated for coastal rehabilitation will provide significant benefits for human well-being and the sustainability of coastal ecosystems. The study employed an economic valuation analysis method, focusing on the three areas most severely affected by coastal erosion in Karawang Regency. The results showed that the total annual economic benefit from mangrove planting as part of coastal rehabilitation in these areas amounted to IDR 4,257,468,324,946. These findings are intended to support efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article presents a diachronic study of evolution along the coastline of Noirmoutier Island in France, a sandy shore particularly susceptible to erosion and submersion risks, which are exacerbated by climate change due to two-thirds of its territory being below sea level. The study is based on an analysis of aerial images covering a period of 72 years, divided into five distinct periods: 1950–1974, 1974–1992, 1992–2000, 2000–2010, and 2010–2022. The methodology used combines two complementary approaches: the Digital Shoreline Analysis System (DSAS) for taking linear measurements of the erosion and accretion that have taken place along various shorelines, and the surface method to evaluate the amount of surface lost or gained between different shorelines while calculating the uncertainties associated with the obtained results. The overall trend observed between 1950 and 2022 indicates that the Noirmoutier coastline studied has gained surface area (81 hectares) at an average rate of +0.57 ± 0.06 m per year. The article then presents an application of the method developed by Durand and Heurtefeux in 2006 to estimate the future position of the shoreline. A map of the local area is also provided, identifying the areas susceptible to coastal erosion by 2052 and by 2122, in accordance with the provisions of the Climate and Resilience Law adopted in France on 22 August 2021. The results reveal that there are many sources of uncertainty in predicting the future evolution of the shoreline using this methodology. Therefore, it is crucial to consider these uncertainties when planning future coastal management actions and adopting appropriate adaptation methods to counteract unforeseen developments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The littoral zone of the western part of Algeria is an area which has experienced significant modification in the last two decades. This paper highlights the hydro-sedimentary processes and historical shoreline evolution on the west coast of Oran. To this effect, the present work is divided into three parts: (1) a wave climate study has been established over a period of 30 years, based on Infoplaza data. (2) an assessment of sediment transport using wave data. The first method consists of estimating the longshore sediment transport rate (LSTR) from local parameters using three empirical formulas: CERC (CERC (1984) Shore protection manual (Vol. 1). Department of the Army, Waterways Experiment Station, Corps of Engineers, Coastal Engineering Research Center, p 337), Kamphuis (Kamphuis JW (2013) Uncertainty, research, science and engineering in coastal dynamics. In: The 7th International Conference on Coastal Dynamics, Arcachon, pp 927–936) and Van Rijn (Rijn, Coast Eng 90:23–39, 2014)), the results show that (LSTR) values were 8.7 × 105, 9.8 × 105 and 49 × 105 m3/year. Second, a numerical simulation was carried out by the coupled model Mike 21/3 according to the sea conditions at the local scale. (3) a diachronic shoreline evolution from 1980 to 2021 based on aerial photographs and satellite images using the Digital Shoreline Analysis System (DSAS). Based on 1191 transects, the rate of shoreline change analyzed between 1980 and 2021 indicates that the study area was slightly eroding (51%) with a rate varies between − 0.91 and + 4.02 m/year. The results of the wave simulation indicated that, waves coming from the northeast have an average wave height varies from 0.78 to 2.4 m, driven a longshore current of 0.3–0.7 m/s. The highest erosion rates were recorded in the bay of Ain El Turk and Bousfer and the highest accretion rate was measured in the Andalouses coast. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Study region: The Minjiang River, located on the western side of the Taiwan Strait of East Asia, serves as a typical mountain river estuary system. Study focus: This research investigates the impact of reduced sediment discharge on the geomorphological changes in the Minjiang River estuary delta and its adjacent coasts. By integrating 45 years of shoreline data and nautical chart bathymetry, the study quantitatively delineates tempo-spatial change patterns and reveals the rapid response mechanisms to sediment discharge decrease. New hydrological insights for the region: The study demonstrates that the sandy shoreline near the Minjiang River estuary exhibits distinct tempo-spatial evolution patterns primarily due to decreased sediment discharge. The estuarine transition zone shows greater coastal resilience, with shoals providing essential sediment sources for development, while the shoreline south of the transition zone experiences progressively delayed erosion. The Minjiang River delta reacts swiftly to decreased sediment discharge, with a response time of significantly under ten years. Despite the temporary influence of extreme weather events such as typhoons on erosion states, continuous sediment discharge decrease remains the dominant factor. These insights highlight the heightened sensitivity and rapid adaptability of mountain rivers to environmental shifts, providing significant implications for understanding the repercussions of human activities on estuarine geomorphological alterations.

This article presents a diachronic study of evolution along the coastline of Noirmoutier Island in France, a sandy shore particularly susceptible to erosion and submersion risks, which are exacerbated by climate change due to two-thirds of its territory being below sea level. The study is based on an analysis of aerial images covering a period of 72 years, divided into five distinct periods: 1950–1974, 1974–1992, 1992–2000, 2000–2010, and 2010–2022. The methodology used combines two complementary approaches: the Digital Shoreline Analysis System (DSAS) for taking linear measurements of the erosion and accretion that have taken place along various shorelines, and the surface method to evaluate the amount of surface lost or gained between different shorelines while calculating the uncertainties associated with the obtained results. The overall trend observed between 1950 and 2022 indicates that the Noirmoutier coastline studied has gained surface area (81 hectares) at an average rate of +0.57 ± 0.06 m per year. The article then presents an application of the method developed by Durand and Heurtefeux in 2006 to estimate the future position of the shoreline. A map of the local area is also provided, identifying the areas susceptible to coastal erosion by 2052 and by 2122, in accordance with the provisions of the Climate and Resilience Law adopted in France on 22 August 2021. The results reveal that there are many sources of uncertainty in predicting the future evolution of the shoreline using this methodology. Therefore, it is crucial to consider these uncertainties when planning future coastal management actions and adopting appropriate adaptation methods to counteract unforeseen developments.

From the 6th to 7th of February 2023, a storm surge struck Ras El-Bar, Nile Delta coast and attacked the resort facilities, with a wave height and velocity in deep water of 7.2 m and 12.7 m/sec respectively. The wind speed was 12.84 m/s, blowing from the NW and the WSW quadrants. This was an unwitnessed event revealed from the study of similar time interval from 1998 to 2022. Synchronizing with this event on the 6th of February 2023, was Kahramanmaraş Turkey Earthquakes. Consequently, the shoreline receded for about −30 m and with a drop in sea-level of about −40 cm. Furthermore, considerable changes in the beach morphology from a dissipative to a cuspate-related, intermediate tidal flat transverse bar with a rip profile. These are either related to the change in the morphodynamic or sedimentary budget, and resulting due to seawater scouring of bottom sediments for more than −30 cm. Two days preceding the Earthquakes an isostatic rise in sea-level (+20 cm) at the Turkish coast compared to the Mediterranean records, which is interpreted due to regional underwater seismic activities. The drop in the sea-surface height does not happen due to seawater outflow to the Atlantic Ocean. However, the sea-level regained its normal position because of the refill occurring from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. The pumice pieces, organic peat, and starfish distributed at Ras El-Bar coast, and thrown from the Northern Mediterranean indicate that the Egyptian coast was subjected to a little tsunami with average height of 14 cm. It is minimized due to enforced wave shifting from high pressure over Egypt to the low-pressure sinks.

The determination of a lake or natural watercourse shoreline is the subject of various administrative proceedings relating to, among others, the engineering of riverbeds, construction of hydro-technical facilities, remediation work, land division, or delimitation of parcels. The provisions of law, while laying out the rules for determining shorelines, do not explicitly specify the measurement method to follow. All the more so, as many shores of lakes and watercourses are among terrain details that are difficult to measure due to their varied accessibility, which depends on the terrain, vegetation, and water conditions. The purpose of this paper is to compare selected methods for determining the shoreline of watercourses and lakes in terms of their applicability under different environmental conditions under current legislation. This study comprises an assessment of the suitability of the applied methods of shoreline measurement under varying field conditions and their applicability in surveying work on shoreline determination. Surveys were conducted on 3 reservoirs and one watercourse using geodetic, photogrammetric, and remote sensing techniques, and the suitability of the various methods was evaluated with respect to the field conditions of the measurements.

Understanding the dynamics of shoreline change is essential for efficient coastal management. This research provides a thorough analysis of the long-term changes to the shoreline in the Tamil Nadu district of Tirunelveli, India, spanning five decades (1972–2022). Remote sensing techniques and digital shoreline analysis techniques were employed to investigate the temporal variations and underlying mechanisms influencing shoreline dynamics. Remote sensing methods include satellite imagery analysis, digital shoreline analysis techniques involve GIS-based mapping and measurement of coastal features. The statistical methods like EPR, LRR and NSM techniques were used in this study to identify the shoreline changes. It considers the sedimentary structures of tidal flats and grain size investigations in the region to improve our comprehension of the geological characteristics and sediment dynamics driving shoreline alterations. The findings demonstrate how the shoreline location at Koodankulam changed considerably during the course of the research. This study report spans a sizable length of time and provides significant insights on the long-term behaviour of the Tirunelveli district coastline. Sedimentary structures and grain size investigations provide insights into erosion, deposition patterns, and sediment transport, crucial for understanding shoreline dynamics. The three primary very high erosion hotspots in the research area are Kunjanvilai, Koodankulam, and Kuttam. At a rate of − 23.5, − 23.6, and − 23.6 m/year, maximum erosion is shown by EPR, LRR, and WLR. This study outcomes major two regions like Vijayapathi and Anjugramam are facing more accretion zone. A maximum of 13.33, 11.14, and 11.14 m/year is shown by EPR, LRR, and WLR. According to projection research, the spans will measure 60.67 km in 2042 and 59.62 km in 2032, respectively. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Benefits to wildlife communities stemming from the protection of a single species have been documented in terrestrial and marine systems but remain understudied within the context of freshwater‐protected areas (FPAs). We used five long‐standing (>80 years) FPAs in three lakes in eastern Ontario, Canada, which were initially established to protect native black bass (Micropterus spp.) from angling exploitation, to assess whether this protection affected wildlife communities found in the riparian areas of these FPAs. From May to July 2021, we used baited remote camera traps and visual surveys to assess species diversity within and outside of FPAs. We recorded 61 species spanning mammalian, avian and herpetofauna taxa, with the two assessment methods identifying unique sets of species (23% overlap). Camera traps showed that animals were more active in riparian areas during the day (62% of detections) than at night. FPAs had a variable but overall positive influence on riparian wildlife biodiversity, hosting more bird, mammal, amphibian and reptile species than non‐protected areas and having higher species richness. FPAs differed from other sites in the lakes by having higher habitat complexity, less human infrastructure and less human use, which potentially contributed to these differences. This study raises awareness that even small FPAs can have legacy, umbrella‐type benefits that extend beyond fishes to the wildlife that use the adjacent riparian areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the context of their dynamic and linear character, shorelines feature as among the most important features on the earth's surface. They change shape and position over multiple spatial and temporal scales, with their water levels serving as a key indicator to characterize the expansion or shrinkage of the water body in question. In the context of Lake Victoria, the central focus of this article, there has been an uncontrolled increase in its water levels which has ultimately contributed to variations in the lake shoreline. This variation has in turn led to unpredictable flooding along the shores of the lake, claiming human property. Therefore, environmental management authorities, such as NEMA, require accurate and up-to-date information about shoreline changes. The main objective of this study was to assess the spatial-temporal variations of the Lake Victoria shoreline in the Southern Buganda sub-region for the period 2015 - 2021, by employing microwave remote sensing. Sentinel 1 and Sentinel 2 imagery were used. The study also assessed the performance of HH and VH polarizations in shoreline delineation. Different image processing techniques such as thresholding and band math were used in both SNAP and ArcGIS software. Based on the DSAS evaluation statistics, VH polarization performed a better delineation of the shoreline than HH polarization. The study also found that the lake shoreline in the Southern Buganda sub-region was subject to entirely low erosion rates, ranging from 0.5m/yr to 2m/yr, as observed in the sub-counties of Buwunga, Kyanamukaaka, and Kabira. High erosion rates of above 5m/yr were observed in some areas in the Bukakata and Kyebe sub-counties. This study recommends that VH polarization be used. Further studies could integrate predictive analytics to attain future shoreline positions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sandy beaches, comprising approximately 31% of global coastlines, play a significant role in providing both socio-economic and ecological-environmental benefits. Coastal slope is a crucial parameter in characterizing the morphology of sandy beaches, but traditional topography and bathymetry measurement methods are often limited by high costs and tidal level variations. As a result, it is challenging to obtain coastal slope information. In this study, we introduced a novel method to derive coastal slope information by utilizing multi-temporal remote sensing imagery. Specifically, a linear regression model was constructed by integrating the shoreline locations extracted from multi-temporal remote sensing images and corresponding tidal levels, and the coastal slope could be estimated by the linear regression. We applied this method to obtain coastal slopes for sandy beaches along the Sydney coastline, compared the results with the in-situ measurement as the validation, and achieved a good accuracy (RMSE = 0.01, RME = 10%, r = 0.78). The results demonstrate the reliability of the proposed method for coastal slope estimation and highlight its potential for beach slope estimation on a global scale. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

From the 6th to 7th of February 2023, a storm surge struck Ras El-Bar, Nile Delta coast and attacked the resort facilities, with a wave height and velocity in deep water of 7.2 m and 12.7 m/sec respectively. The wind speed was 12.84 m/s, blowing from the NW and the WSW quadrants. This was an unwitnessed event revealed from the study of similar time interval from 1998 to 2022. Synchronizing with this event on the 6th of February 2023, was Kahramanmaraş Turkey Earthquakes. Consequently, the shoreline receded for about −30 m and with a drop in sea-level of about −40 cm. Furthermore, considerable changes in the beach morphology from a dissipative to a cuspate-related, intermediate tidal flat transverse bar with a rip profile. These are either related to the change in the morphodynamic or sedimentary budget, and resulting due to seawater scouring of bottom sediments for more than −30 cm. Two days preceding the Earthquakes an isostatic rise in sea-level (+20 cm) at the Turkish coast compared to the Mediterranean records, which is interpreted due to regional underwater seismic activities. The drop in the sea-surface height does not happen due to seawater outflow to the Atlantic Ocean. However, the sea-level regained its normal position because of the refill occurring from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. The pumice pieces, organic peat, and starfish distributed at Ras El-Bar coast, and thrown from the Northern Mediterranean indicate that the Egyptian coast was subjected to a little tsunami with average height of 14 cm. It is minimized due to enforced wave shifting from high pressure over Egypt to the low-pressure sinks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Coasts are the zone of various importance both naturally and economically. Goa is a famous tourist destination where most of the tourism is concentrated in the coastal areas. Though, it has economically benefited State's economy but on the other hand, has given rise to haphazardous development within the coastal regulation zone which is threatening the fragile coastal ecosystem. The present study has attempted to highlight the human intervention along the coastal zone of Salcete taluka in South district of Goa. To study the human interference along the coast, two methods were implemented: i) sand dune profiling using dumpy level and ii) shoreline change analysis in Arc GIS software. About 14.65 km length of the shoreline of Salcete taluka shows accretion at Utorda, patches between Betalbatim and Colva, Sernabatim and Benaulim, Mobor and Betul. While 12.35 km length of the shoreline shows erosion along the beaches of Betalbatim, Colva, Benaulim, Varca and Cavelossim. Erosion might be associated with the interference of human in form of tourism and other activities taking place along the beach. The overall study stresses upon the problems due to human intervention and urgent need to formulate rules and policies to regulate, prevent and restore the fragile coastal ecosystem from further devastation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Shorelines serve as a key indicator in monitoring environmental changes in coastal areas. Shorelines can change over various time periods, triggering coastal abrasion or accretion which can be detrimental. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct research on shoreline changes to minimize the losses that occur. The main objective of this study is to estimate abrasion based on Net Shoreline Movement, Endpoint Rate, and Shoreline Change Envelope. The quantitative approach utilizes remote sensing technology using the Normalized Difference Water Index algorithm, while the statistical approach uses data analysis obtained from the Digital Shoreline Analysis System method. This research was analyzed using Landsat 8 satellite images over a 12-year period (2013-2024). The results showed that shoreline changes at Merah Putih Beach, Bangkalan Regency during the 2013-2024 period indicated abrasion with an average shoreline distance of 14.99 meters and with an average rate of 1.37 m / year. According to the classification of the coastline in DSAS statistics, the two segments with a value of 0.511 meters / year and -0.768 meters / year are included in the moderate abrasion category. So that the beach during the 12-year period experienced a stable condition with a significant beach dynamics profile.

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This paper describes the methodology used for the data collection and calculation of erosion rates and presents the recent results for the period 2001-2019 for all the beaches of the Andalusian shoreline. This period is divided into two subperiods (2001-2011 and 2001-2019) to detect possible trend changes during the study years. The proxy corresponding to the internal limit of the backshore has been used, which is very useful for medium to long-term coastal erosion rates. The results show the rates calculated for this proxy, which reveal a high presence of artificially stabilised sectors where the inward migration of the shoreline associated with it is hindered, together with an intensification of the retreat rates in natural sections. Similarly, there is a clear differentiation between a relatively dynamic Atlantic façade with a higher percentage of erosive sectors and a Mediterranean façade highly conditioned by anthropic presence, with a lower percentage but a higher intensity in their values.

Bu çalışmada ulusal öneme haiz sulak alanlar kapsamında tescillenen Yeşilırmak Deltası’nın yaklaşık 18,5 km’lik kıyı bölümünde gerçekleşen erozyon uzaktan algılama ve Coğrafi Bilgi Sistemleri (CBS) yardımıyla araştırılmıştır. 1985–2022 periyodunda gerçekleşen kıyı çizgisi değişimlerinin belirlenmesi ve erozyonun derecesinin anlaşılabilmesi için 1985, 1990, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2017 ve 2022 yıllarına ait Landsat-5 TM/Landsat-8 OLI uydu görüntüleri kullanılmıştır. Uydu görüntülerinden kıyı çizgilerinin belirlenmesinde normalize fark su indeksi (NDWI) ve modifiye normalize fark su indeksi (MNDWI) entegre edilmiştir. Yıllık kıyı çizgisi değişim oranları 1985–2022 periyodunda sekiz farklı yıla ait kıyı çizgilerinden doğrusal regresyon oranı (LRR) yöntemiyle %95 güven düzeyinde hesaplanmış, Yeşilırmak Nehri’nin batı kesimindeki Bölge-1’de maksimum -25,8 m/yıl, doğu kesimindeki Bölge-2’de maksimum - 7,7 m/yıl’a ulaşan erozyon oranı belirlenmiştir. Kıyı çizgisi değişimleri sınıflandırıldığında deltanın %34’ü yüksek, %9’u orta, %18’i düşük derecede olmak üzere %61’inde erozyon gerçekleştiği anlaşılmıştır. 1985– 2022 periyodunda erozyonla kaybedilen alanlar çakıştırma analizi ile belirlenmiş, Bölge-1’de 179,23 ha ve Bölge-2’de 82,22 ha olmak üzere toplam 261,45 ha alanın erozyon ile kaybedildiği görülmüştür. Analiz sonuçları, Yeşilırmak Deltası kıyılarındaki erozyon, birikim ve stabil alanların belirlenerek kıyı dinamiklerinin ve erozyon tehlikesinin daha iyi anlaşılmasına katkı sağlamış ve kıyı çizgisi değişimlerinin belirlenmesinde Landsat görüntüleri ve LRR yönteminin etkinliğini ortaya çıkarmıştır

The shifting of the shoreline is a natural phenomenon closely related to the existence of watercourses. One of its consequences is the need to periodically update the real estate cadastre with regard to parcel boundaries and their owners. Land use types use are also subject to updates, which bears particular significance in this context. This article presents the most essential practical aspects of establishing the shoreline in Poland, including the identification of property boundaries located in the immediate vicinity of watercourses. The main problems associated with conducting the process of demarcating land under water are discussed using selected technical reports as examples. Attention is drawn to the numbering of parcels resulting from the implementation of the analyzed procedure, as well as the precision of recording surface areas. Moreover, the consequences of changing the natural watercourse shoreline and the limitations imposed on property ownership rights are presented, along with the issue of compensation claims.

Indonesia is considered one of the biggest archipelagic countries in the world. According to some literature, Indonesia has more than 17,000 islands, most of which are classified as small islands. Some of these islands have become important areas for tourism, for instance, small islands in Karimunjawa. However, some of these islands experienced shoreline changes caused by erosion and accretion. Hence, this research aims to map the spatial distribution of shoreline change using the Digital Shoreline Analysis System (DSAS) add-in on ArcGIS. The primary dataset utilized as input consists of Sentinel 2A imagery captured over 2017 and 2022. The results showed that around 89 segments, or 51.47% of the total shoreline segments, tend to experience accretion, while the remaining 79 segments, or 45.93%, experience erosion. This finding suggests that most shoreline segments tend to accrete or seaward movement in the research area. The results of this study exhibit notable disparities when compared to the occurrences observed in Pandeglang (Banten), Kuwaru (Yogyakarta), Buleleng (Bali), and East Java Province, where coastal erosion prevails over accretion. The managers of the islands try to reduce the threat of erosion by constructing dykes and breakwaters. However, these buildings are ineffective due to the relatively simple structures and building materials. Therefore, further studies are needed to determine the type and specification of mitigation buildings that are suitable for implementation in that location.

Shoreline management is essential for navigation, coastal resource management, and coastal planning and development. Shoreline change detection is vital for shoreline monitoring; however, traditional methods used for such detection are laborious and have limited accuracy. An approach that integrates remote sensing imagery and geographic information systems (GISs) is proposed herein to simultaneously identify shoreline changes and perform grid-level visualization for updating shoreline data. The integrated approach uses deep learning-based segmentation networks and water indexes to accurately classify land and sea in remote sensing images. Transfer learning was used to address the issue of insufficient data, wherein weights trained on a large open dataset were applied to the target area. The segmentation results were compared with existing shoreline GIS data to identify the areas experiencing shoreline changes. Grid-level visualization enhanced the identification of regions requiring flexible data updates and investigation efficiency by focusing on specific areas. The proposed approach accurately detected shoreline changes, albeit with some errors of commission, predominantly in regions featuring intricate shorelines and small clusters of islands. The proposed approach offers efficient solutions for shoreline change detection, with potential applications in coastal management, environmental science, urban planning, and coastal hazard assessment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The 2004-tsunami affected the South Andaman coast experiencing dynamic changes in the coastal geomorphology making the region vulnerable. We focus on pre-and post-tsunami shoreline and Land Use Land Cover changes for the period 2004, 2005, and 2022 to analyse the dynamic change in hazard. We used GEBCO bathymetry data to calculate Run-up (m), arrival times (Min), and inundation (m) at 13 different locations using the 2004 Sumatra Earthquake source parameters. The Digital Shoreline Analysis System is used for the shoreline change estimates. The Landsat data is used to calculate shoreline and LULC change in five classes, namely Built-Up Areas, Forests, Inundation areas, Croplands, and water bodies during the above period. We examine the correlation between the LULC changes and the dynamic change in shoreline due to population flux, infrastructural growth, and Gross State Domestic Product growth. India industry estimates the Andaman & Nicobar Islands losses exceed INR 10 billion during 2004 that would see a five-fold increase in economic loss due to a doubling of built-up area, a three-fold increase in tourist inflow, and a population density growth. The unsustainable decline in the forest cover, mangroves, and cropland would affect sustainability during a disaster despite coastal safety measures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Coasts are continually changing and remote sensing from satellites has the potential to both map and monitor coastal change at multiple scales. Unlike optical technology, synthetic aperture radar (SAR) is uninfluenced by darkness, clouds, and rain, potentially offering a higher revision period to map shoreline position and change, but this can only be feasible if we have a better interpretation of what shorelines as extracted from SAR imagery represent on the ground. This study aims to assess the application of shorelines extracted from SAR from publicly available satellite imagery to map and capture intra-annual to inter-annual shoreline variability. This is assessed in three tidally controlled coastal study areas that represent sand and gravel beaches with different backshore environments: low-lying dunes and marsh; steep, rocky cliff; and urban environments. We have found that SAR shorelines consistently corresponded to positions above the high-water mark across all three sites. We further discuss the influence of the scene geometry, meteorological and oceanographic conditions, and backshore environment and provide a conceptual interpretation of SAR-derived shorelines. In a low-lying coastal setting, the annual change rate derived through SAR presents a high degree of alignment with the known reference values. The present study contributes to our understanding of the poorly known aspect of using shorelines derived from publicly available SAR satellite missions. It outlines a quantitative approach to automatically assess their quality with a new automatic detection method that is transferable to shoreline evolution assessments worldwide. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article aims to show the transformation of the coast in the extreme northeast of the Iberian Peninsula. It is focused on the Ciutadella de Roses. Data were integrated from the digital elevation model (LIDAR), a geomorphological analysis, and lithostratigraphic and chronological correlations based on eight geological boreholes and twelve radiocarbon datings, along with historical data and archaeological remains found in the surroundings of the Ciutadella. This enabled a hypothesis to be established on the palaeolandscape around the site. The evolution of the shoreline from Ancient Greek times to the modern period is detailed, and evidence of its form at different chronological moments is presented. To sum up, the article defines the evolution of the palaeolandscape in the territory and links it to the historical evolution of the site. In addition, the evolution of the relationship between river courses, the sea and the sea level is explained. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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