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LANDSLIDE MONITORING AND GEOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT IN SELECTED MUNICIPALITIES OF KOSOVO

Fahri Blakaj, Berat Sinani

Abstract

Landslides represent one of the most significant geohazards affecting infrastructure settlements agricultural land and public safety in Kosovo This study presents geological monitoring and preliminary geoengineering assessment of several active landslide zones identified in the municipalities of Klin Istog Gjakov and Pej The investigated localities include Llazinc Zllakuqan Vrell Crmjan Sig Dushkaj and the PejKull road axis The research is based on field investigations geomorphological observations geological mapping and hydrogeological analysis of unstable slopes The studied landslides mainly occur within clayrich formations flysch deposits marls weathered sandstones alluvialdeluvial sediments and fractured carbonate rocks The instability processes are strongly controlled by geological structure slope inclination atmospheric precipitation groundwater infiltration surface runoff and anthropogenic activities including abandoned mining operations and inadequate drainage systems The results indicate that most landslides are characterized by mediumdepth sliding surfaces progressive deformation intensive cracking and expansion of unstable zones during periods of heavy rainfall especially in spring and autumn Several investigated areas pose direct threats to roads residential buildings agricultural land and local communities The study recommends continuous monitoring of unstable slopes implementation of drainage systems detailed geotechnical investigations and construction of protective engineering structures The research contributes to a better understanding of landslide dynamics and geological risk management in Kosovo.

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