Abstract

Using Remote Sensing to Assess Climatic Impacts on �tange Saum�tre
Track: Climate Change
Authors: Helenmary Hotz

Interpretation of remotely sensed landsat imagery yields evidence of recent global climate change effects on �tange Saum�tre, Haiti. Since 2004, increased storm frequency and intensity combined with anthropogenic perturbations have dramatically altered the physical characteristics of the lake, resulting in localized flooding. This analysis demonstrates a 17.4% increase in lake area over a 17 year period and indentifies areas prone to future flooding, and will facilitate mitigation efforts.