Problems occur during the advance of bad weather Alexandros in our country.
The heavy rainfall that occurred earlier in Athens, in addition to increased traffic, also caused other problems, such as land subsidence in Kallithea.
According to information, shortly after the rain, a vehicle was passing on Arapaki street – at the junction with Filaretou – when one wheel “sunk” into the asphalt. The vehicle was extricated from the scene, but the Traffic Police closed Arapaki Street until the hole in the road surface was covered.
It is noted that works were being carried out on this particular section of the road.
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Kallithea due to the land subsidence?
Interview with Dr. Anna Petridou, seismologist, and Giorgos Tsoukalas, traffic engineer, about the land subsidence that occurred due to heavy rainfall in Kallithea during the advance of bad weather Alexandros.
Thematic Section 1: Understanding Land Subsidence
Interviewer: Good morning, Dr. Petridou and Mr. Tsoukalas. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the land subsidence incident in Kallithea caused by the heavy rainfall during bad weather Alexandros. Dr. Petridou, can you explain to our readers what land subsidence is and what causes it?
Dr. Petridou: Certainly, Interviewer. Land subsidence refers to the sinking of the Earth’s surface in response to natural or human-induced activities. In this particular case, land subsidence was caused by the heavy rainfall which led to an increase in groundwater levels. When the soil becomes saturated, it loses its strength, which then results in the ground surface sinking. It’s crucial to note that land subsidence can also be caused by human activities such as groundwater extraction and oil and gas production.
Interviewer: Thank you, Dr. Petridou. Mr. Tsoukalas, what are your thoughts on this matter? As a traffic engineer, how do you ensure that roads are designed to withstand such events?
Giorgos Tsoukalas: Well, Interviewer, land subsidence is an issue that traffic engineers must consider when designing roads, particularly in areas prone to heavy rainfall or other weather-related events. We have to consider factors such as soil type, groundwater tables, and anticipated ground movements when planning road infrastructure. Unfortunately, even with the best planning and preparation, there are instances where unexpected land movements occur, like what happened in Kallithea. We must always be prepared to respond quickly and effectively to such incidents to ensure the safety of drivers and pedestrians.
Thematic Section 2: Impact on Road Infrastructure
Interviewer: That’s an important point, Mr. Tsoukalas. As we know from the article, the incident occurred on Arapaki Street. Can you tell us more about the specific challenges faced by the road infrastructure in
