Dead Sea Transform historical earthquakes analyses The project enhance our understanding of the seismic history and associated hazards along the Dead Sea Transform (DST), a tectonic fault system stretching from the Red Sea to southeastern Turkey. By integrating historical seismology, paleoseismology, archaeoseismology and  GIScience approaches, this initiative will address gaps in knowledge about seismic...

DST earthquakes, damage & environmental effects database SQL Server database and AGOL webmap designed to store, manage, and analyze comprehensive information about historical earthquakes, their associated damage, and environmental effects. Its structure is optimized for efficient querying, scalability, and integration with advanced analytical tools. Currently, the database is being designed and...

The flooding and catastrophe in May, 1934, Tiberias (Israel) This study investigates the catastrophic flooding that struck Tiberias, Israel, on May 14, 1934, a rare and highly destructive event in the city’s modern history. Situated along the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, Tiberias has long been exposed to natural hazards, notably earthquakes and flash floods. The 1934 flood, triggered by an...

Deciphering past climatic conditions through paleoflood analysis The project seeks to reconstruct past hydrological patterns of floods in the arid regions of southern Israel and Jordan to better understand and prepare for future climatic challenges. The southern regions of Israel and Jordan face significant water scarcity, with rainfall concentrated in transitional seasons. As climate change exacerbates...