Volume 1, Issue 2 — Year 2024 — Article e100016

ISSN (Online): 3115-8129 Biannually

Evaluation of High-Risk Dynamic Zones Caused by Kinematic Brittle Deformation in Northeastern Kerman

Article Type: Research
Pages: e100016
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22034/CGEL.1.2.e100016
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Authors
Affiliations
  1. Department of Geology, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman 7616913439, Iran
  2. Department of Geology, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman 7616913439, Iran
  3. Department of Geology, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman 7616913439, Iran
Corresponding author
Email: shafiei_shahram@uk.ac.ir
ORCID: 0000-0002-4557-9269
Received: 10 August 2024 / Accepted: 11 October 2024 / Published: 12 December 2024
Abstract

This study evaluates high-risk dynamic zones in northeastern Kerman, focusing on the effects of kinematic brittle deformation and their correlation with recorded earthquakes. The region is tectonically active, influenced by major fault systems that contribute to seismic hazards and surface deformation. Identifying these hazardous zones is crucial for risk assessment, infrastructure development, and disaster management. The research integrates geological surveys, remote sensing techniques, and seismic data analysis to assess fault dynamics, lithological characteristics, and historical earthquake occurrences. High-resolution Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) and satellite imagery are employed to map structural discontinuities and deformation patterns. Additionally, seismic records and fault activity data are analyzed to determine the relationship between brittle deformation zones and earthquake distribution. Findings indicate that areas with intense brittle deformation align with active fault zones, making them highly susceptible to seismic hazards. The study reveals that northeastern Kerman experiences frequent moderate-to-strong earthquakes, with significant deformation occurring along major thrust and strike-slip faults. These deformations increase the likelihood of future seismic activity and ground instability. The results provide valuable insights for urban planners, engineers, and policymakers to enhance seismic hazard mitigation strategies. By identifying high-risk zones, the study contributes to informed decision-making for infrastructure planning, land-use management, and disaster preparedness. Future research should focus on integrating machine learning models with geophysical data to improve earthquake prediction accuracy and hazard assessments in tectonically active regions.

Keywords

Seismic hazard, Brittle deformation, Earthquake susceptibility, Fault dynamics, Northeastern Kerman

Data availability statement

The data supporting the findings of this study are available within article. No publicly archived dataset was generated.

Funding

This research received no external funding.

Highlights
  • Brittle deformation zones align with active faults
  • High seismic risk in northeastern Kerman
  • Results support hazard assessment and planning
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Akbarzadeh, A., Radfar, S., & Bafti, S. S. (2024). Evaluation of High-Risk Dynamic Zones Caused by Kinematic Brittle Deformation in Northeastern Kerman. Civil and Geoengineering Letters, 1(2), e100016. https://doi.org/10.22034/CGEL.1.2.e100016
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