In recent years, large rockfalls have been occurring frequently in Italy's Dolomite Mountains. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
Sometimes, boulders the size of cars tumble down, posing serious danger to residents and tourists. Experts consider these events a natural process, while also emphasizing that climate change is accelerating these processes.
The composition of the Dolomite Mountains is unstable, with hard rock on the surface and soft clay layers underneath. For this reason, cracks appear in the rocks, which gradually slip and fall.
In 2004, one of the famous "Five Towers" rocks collapsed, followed by several other major rockfalls. According to geologists, rain and sharp temperature changes accelerate the erosion of the rocks.
Rainwater enters the cracks and, when it freezes and expands, breaks the rocks apart. Due to increased precipitation over the last decades, the number of rockfalls is also rising.
Experts emphasize that it is impossible to fully reinforce the mountains. Currently, attention is focused only on reducing risk through special monitoring and warning systems.
These systems continuously monitor the cracks and alert residents about potential danger. The Dolomite Mountains are a unique natural area included in UNESCO's World Heritage list.
It is impossible to completely prevent their collapse, but people must be prepared for such hazardous events. Therefore, it is recommended that local residents and tourists strictly adhere to safety rules.
