Sustainable Solutions to Safety Risks on Frozen Lakes Through Effective Risk Mitigation Using Crisis Management Logistics

Oľga Glova Végsöová () and Katarína Čerevková
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Oľga Glova Végsöová: Institute of Earth Resources, BERG Faculty, Technical University of Kosice, Park Komenského 19, 042 00 Kosice, Slovakia
Katarína Čerevková: Institute of Earth Resources, BERG Faculty, Technical University of Kosice, Park Komenského 19, 042 00 Kosice, Slovakia

Sustainability, 2024, vol. 16, issue 22, 1-21

Abstract: This article addresses the critical safety risks posed by the use of frozen lakes, risks which are increasingly exacerbated by the impacts of climate change. In Slovakia, where numerous water reservoirs are legally designated for year-round recreational and sporting activities, safeguarding public health and safety necessitates innovative and sustainable approaches to risk mitigation in emergency management. Using the Jazero water reservoir as a case study, this paper demonstrates that the integration of comprehensive risk assessment, the strategic selection of rescue methods, and the deployment of advanced technical equipment for rescue teams are fundamental to ensuring a robust and efficient crisis management response. Through a comparative analysis of nine access routes, validated by tactical exercises and a detailed evaluation of three distinct rescue methods combined with different equipment types, this study reveals the critical role of optimized rescue strategies in reducing response times. Rescue operations were accelerated by at least 4.5 s, a significant reduction that could be the deciding factor between life and death in real-world scenarios. The proposed sustainable strategies for the Jazero reservoir are applicable to similar natural water bodies, underscoring the vital importance of proactive, data-driven, and adaptive crisis management systems in enhancing both immediate and long-term public safety.

Keywords: sustainable risk management; security; endangerment; rescue operation; saving a person; environmental impacts; climate changes; frozen lake; ice (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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