Mapping Assessment of Coastal Erosion Using LiDAR and Optical Data
Mapping Assessment of Coastal Erosion Using LiDAR and Optical Data
3 PagesMapping Assessment of Coastal Erosion Using LiDAR and Optical Data Mapping Assessment of Coastal Erosion Using LiDAR and Optical Data Background The world’s coastlines are ever changing due to the constant erosion and redistribution of sediment by waves and wind. However, weather events like hurricanes can cause drastic changes in a short period of time. The resulting changes in dune and beach composition can increase the risk of flooding, damage property and transportation infrastructure, and can also impact the ecological stability within a region. Hurricane Sandy Hurricane Sandy tore its way up the eastern seaboard of the United States in late October of 2012. It is the second costliest hurricane in US history, causing an estimated 65 billion dollars worth of damage. Fire Island, a sma
