Kalliovyöryt
Kalliovyöryt, also known as rockfalls or rockslides, are geological events characterized by the rapid downslope movement of rock masses. These events occur when rock fragments detach from a steep slope or cliff face and fall, slide, or roll to a lower elevation. The detachment can be triggered by various factors, including weathering, erosion, seismic activity, or human-induced disturbances.
The size of a kalliovyöry can range from small pebble-sized debris to large boulders and even entire
Factors contributing to kalliovyöryt include the presence of fractures and weaknesses within the rock mass, the
Kalliovyöryt can pose significant hazards to infrastructure and human life, especially in mountainous regions or areas