Simulation of 2009 debris flows in the Peloritani Mountains area by SCIDDICA-SS3

This research analyses the main debris flows originated by high intensity rainfall, concentrated in few hours, in Giampilieri Superiore zone, October 1st, 2009. This catastrophic event devastated the Peloritani Mountains (Sicily) and caused more than 500 landslides, mostly debris flows, with 30 deaths and thousands of evacuated people. Main debris flows in Giampilieri Superiore zone were simulated by the Cellular Automata (CA) model SCIDDICA-SS3. Results of simulations are reported. Satisfying simulations of debris flows were obtained by CA methodology; such results can be a base for evaluating debris flow hazard and effects of possible remedial works in this study area.