RMB monitors geohazards to protect the community and property, enhance public safety, and support disaster preparedness and response. Collected geohazard data guides urban planning and infrastructure development, mitigating economic losses and environmental impacts
Rwanda, situated in the seismically active East African Rift and home to Virunga Volcanoes, landslide-prone terrain, faces significant geohazard risks including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, and the threat of dissolved gases in Lake Kivu.
Our service of Identification of Geohazard Areas focuses on detecting and delineating regions at risk of geohazards. Through detailed field surveys, geophysical surveys, and historical data analysis, we identify vulnerable areas and assess their susceptibility to geohazards. This service provides crucial information for understanding where risks are highest and supports targeted mitigation efforts to protect communities and infrastructure.
We offer comprehensive geohazard Mapping services that visualize and document areas prone to natural hazards. Utilizing advanced geographic information systems (GIS), geophysical data, and field observations, we create detailed hazard maps that highlight risk zones for earthquakes, volcanic activity, and landslides.
These maps are essential for planning, land use management, and disaster preparedness, providing stakeholders with clear, actionable information to guide safety measures and infrastructure development.
We provide timely updates on disaster occurrences, delivering critical information and analyses as events unfold. Our real-time monitoring and reporting systems ensure that stakeholders receive prompt notifications about ongoing geohazards, helping them to respond quickly and effectively. This service is vital for coordinating emergency responses, managing resources, and keeping the public informed during natural disaster events.
We assist other institutions by providing support in the preparation and implementation of geohazard-related plans and policies. This includes assistance in the development of contingency plans, action plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and policies to manage and mitigate geohazard risks. Our collaboration ensures that effective and comprehensive strategies are in place, enhancing the overall disaster preparedness and response capabilities of various organizations.