Abstract
Land-use data derived from large scale aerial images were used to determine potential hazard zones of Shanghai, People's Republic of China. Using a GIS, nine cultural and physical parameters in onekilometer2 pixels are identified, classified and mapped. A coefficient of urban hazard is calculated per square kilometer within the city. Of the 10 administrative municipalities, Jinan and Luwang, in the central city, are determined as having high urban disaster potential. Natural hazards such as storm surges and subsidence in the delta complex have been recognized and addressed. However, in view of increasing urbanization, urban hazard is yet to be adequately addressed.
Recommended Citation
Raphael, C. Nicholas and Li, Jinan
(2002)
"Potential Urban Hazard Zones of Shanghai, PRC,"
The Geographical Bulletin: Vol. 44:
Iss.
2, Article 4.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/thegeographicalbulletin/vol44/iss2/4