Danube delta dynamics study using space survey data

Abstract

Dynamics of the Danube delta is characterized within time interval of about 100 years using comparison of space photographs ERTS 1972 and topographic maps dated 1888. Analysis of the dynamics revealed the active growth of the Kili part of the delta, marine abrasion and coasts' retreat between the Kili delta and Georgiev strait, sea laguna damming at the south of the delta. The inner (lakes and marshes) part of the delta is characterized by increase in water supply-which indicates the area's subsidence.