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Understanding Debris Flow Dynamics in a Changing Climate
August 27 | 10:50 - 12:00
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| Moderator 4A | Rahmonov Ramazon – Head of the Center for the Study of Glaciers of the Agency for Hydrometeorology of the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan |
| Themes: | Exploring the impacts of climate change on debris flow dynamics. Participants will discuss how factors such as rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and changes in land use can influence the frequency, intensity, and location of debris flow events. The session will also discuss the implications of these changes for risk assessment, early warning systems, and mitigation strategies |
| 10:55-11:15 | o Topic 1: “Understanding the process – trigger, mechanics of Debris-flow growth.” Salimov Abdumajid – Chief Specialist of the Department of Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology of the Main Department of Geology under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan. |
| 11:15-11:35 | o Topic 2: “The Impact of Climate Change on the Environment” Zubaida Shomamadova – Lecturer at Khorog State University, named after M. Nazarshoev |
| 11:35-11:55 | o Topic 3: “Emergency Planning and Response” Zaynura Olimnazarova – Head Nurse at Aga Khan Medical Center, Khorog. |
