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Rockfalls

Usually, rockfalls occur in both a locally and temporary narrow spaces. However, rockfall can produce high damage. The WSL works on trajectory modelling and protection measures.

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Debris flow

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Shallow landslides

Shallow landslides are mixtures of water, soil and debris that initiate on steep slopes during periods of intense rainfall. Infrastructure, buildings, roads and railways are thereby threatened by destruction or closure.

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