Long-term statistics of atmospheric conditions over the Baltic Sea and meteorological features related to wind wave extremes in the Gulf of Gdańsk

Cieślikiewicz, Witold; Cupiał, Aleksandra

doi:10.1016/j.oceano.2023.10.002

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“…During such events, winds from the north sector prevail. The highest wind speeds (10-30 m/s) are associated with winds from the northwest sector, resulting in the highest wave heights (up to 8 m) [38]. The landscape of the typical coastline of the northwest part of the Hel Peninsula is dominated by groynes extending from the beach face to the sea, vast often artificial beaches covered by white sand, dunes covered by vegetation, and an artificial pine forest in the hinterland (Figure 6).…”

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Spatio-Temporal Morphodynamics of a Nourished Sandy Shore Based on LiDAR Measurements

Harenda,

Dudkowska,

Szmytkiewicz

2024

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Coastal erosion is a pervasive global phenomenon, exemplified by the Hel Peninsula situated in the Gulf of Gdańsk, the southern Baltic Sea. The geological constitution of the Hel Peninsula, characterized by sandy and loosely consolidated material, predisposes its coastal zones to continual morphological changes. The peninsula’s limited width and elevation exacerbate shoreline erosion, particularly during periods of heightened storm activity. This study scrutinizes the effectiveness of coastal nourishment interventions, with a specific focus on segments influenced by the Władysławowo port and the Kuźnica vicinity, over several years. This specific section of the coast serves as a significant case study due to its role as a transit zone for sand transport along the whole peninsula. Protective measures, including shore nourishments and coastal groynes, aim to mitigate erosion impacts. Utilizing Airborne Laser Scanning (ALS) data spanning from 2008 to 2022, erosion dynamics were analyzed. The analysis reveals significant erosion patterns coinciding with the frequency and volume of nourishment material deposition, particularly evident in heavily nourished areas proximate to Władysławowo and Kuźnica. Despite persistent monitoring endeavors, persistent erosive trends pose imminent threats to Kuźnica’s infrastructure, necessitating further research into the efficacy of implemented coastal protection measures.

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