Author(s)

P. Stefanidis & I. Kalinderis

Abstract

Estimation of the torrential environment (potential) of isle Zakynthos (Greece) using GIs P. stefanidisl & I. ~alinderis' I Institute of Mountainous Water Management and Control, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. Abstract The torrential conditions of an area are determined by four basic factors: Climate, geologic support, relief and vegetation. The combination of the factors, mentioned above, in a particular basin or in a wider area, brings about an energy system, called "torrent potential". The climate is a factor attacking the geological support, while the vegetation, wherever it exists, acts as a protective cover. The relief has a regulative effect: precipitous of flat relief aggravates or moderates accordingly the torrential phenomena. Therefore the torrent potentials of an area determine the process and the way the overland flow, moves. Mediterranean climate demonstrates certain particularities, with the long-drawnout dry and hot period during summer but also the intense rai

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