Introduction
Arizona has three active volcanic fields and thousands of extinct volcanoes. Some of these volcanoes are prone to collapsing which will cause local radon and arsenic problems, threatening the health of humans and animals. Besides the volcanoes, Arizona has many other natural hazards such as; earthquakes, flooding, landslides, wildfires, earth fissures, and many active faults. Mapping out the possible natural hazards that Arizona could experience and in what location can be beneficial for public and scientific knowledge.
Objectives
- Reassessment of Natural Hazards in the State of Arizona
- Some natural hazards will be labeled on the map.
- Locations of past and present natural hazards will be mapped.
Methodology
The GIS Analysis will be used to see the correlation between faults and earthquakes, earth fissures and any other natural hazards that could occur. This analysis will be able to show were the most active areas are in Arizona, thus benefiting those who decide to move down there as they will be able to see where is safe and unsafe to live. The map can also be used by potential developers looking to build in an area. By knowing what to expect, they can build accordingly to ensure the safety of people. If the risks are mapped out, we are able to minimize hazards humans will face in turn minimizing the risk as well. Scientists would also be able to study this data and reevaluate risk assessments in an area or complete a new hazard assessment.
Data Sources
Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs. “Hazards.” Arizona Emergency Information Network, 15 Feb. 2018, ein.az.gov/hazards.
DOI Inspector General. “Arizona Geologic Map Data.” Interactive Maps and Downloadable Data for Regional and Global Geology, Geochemistry, Geophysics, and Mineral Resources; Products of the USGS Mineral Resources Program, USGS Eastern Mineral and Environmental Resources Science Center, mrdata.usgs.gov/geology/state/state.php?state=AZ.
AZGS. “Natural Hazards in Arizona.” ArcGIS Web Application, 2019, uagis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=98729f76e4644f1093d1c2cd6dabb584.
University of Arizona College of Science. “Center for Natural Hazards.” AZGS, 18 June 2018, azgs.arizona.edu/center-natural-hazards.
Deliverables
- A map showing where Arizona is located
- Different natural hazards in Arizona labeled on the map
- An interactive map showing the different natural hazards in Arizona
- A map to show potential natural hazards for the future
Weekly Work Plan
February 11-15: Finalize proposal, decide on the natural hazards to focus on
February 18-22: Begin finding mapping software to download files from the USGS, download files to ArcGIS, unzip files necessary.
February 25-March 1: Spring Break
March 4-8: Begin to create map, break down layers to see potential hazards
March 11-15: Catch up
March 18-22: Catch up
March 25-29: Finish map
April 1-5: Start to format poster
April 8-12: Work on poster
April 15-19: Finalize Poster!
April 22-26: Easter Break??
