Spatial risk analysis in the town of Kyjov

Abstract

This article deals with the issues of risk mapping using the geographic information system. These issues are described employing a case study conducted in the town of Kyjov. The case study is focused on the principle of risk mapping, which consists of the creation of a vulnerability map, threat map and the resulting risk map. The paper demonstrates the use of spatial risk mapping method for the risk analysis. The case study presented in this article justifies the hypothesis of the suitability of the GIS for the purposes of risk mapping. In addition, the case study carried out in Kyjov maps individual types of vulnerability, in other words the major assets in the territory. Furthermore, the article deals with mapping the threats in this town. On the basis of obtained data and the maps of vulnerability and threats the case study also presents the creation of the resulting risk map. Generally, the article verifies the hypothesis of using the risk mapping method for the needs of risk analysis in municipalities. © 2017, World Scientific and Engineering Academy and Society. All rights reserved.