Soil Erosion by Wind in the Northeastern Suburbs of Kabul

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 Abstract
Soil erosion caused by wind, as a result of geological wind activity,
is generally harmful to the environment and human communities.
This phenomenon affects agricultural lands, buildings, trees,
transportation and communication infrastructure, and other
facilities, often resulting in significant financial losses. The primary
objective of this study is to understand the mechanism of soil and
rock degradation by wind and its negative impacts on soil. The goals
of the research include examining the mechanisms and effects of
wind on rocks and soil, as well as proposing preventive measures to
reduce financial losses. The methodology combines fieldwork and
library research. Continuous field visits were conducted, and 25 soil
samples were collected from different locations for granulometric
analysis and assessment of physical and mechanical properties. The
findings indicate that the extent of soil erosion varies across
different areas, with the highest severity observed in regions lacking
vegetation and composed of soft and loose rocks. Notable examples
of this phenomenon were observed in the Bagrami, Betchak, and
Deh Sabz areas. Based on the results, specific recommendations
have been provided to the relevant authorities.
Keywords: Soil erosion, wind, rock degradation, vegetation cover,
environment