Assessment of erosion and hazard in the coastal areas of Selangor

Sea level rise is often associated with climate change and global warming. The in shoreline a continuous process that occurs through various processes such as erosion, sedimentation, sea rise, wave behaviour land use. Rapid technological advancement has made it possible to quickly identify the changes combination of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) application Remote Sensing technology. current study aims criteria or characteristics coastal areas risks for potential hazards Selangor. data used this are topographic maps produced 1984 SPOT 5 satellite images taken 2013. results show estimated total area erosion 2,558 hectares accretion 2,583 hectares. Pasangan, Tanjong Karang, Api-Api, Bagan Nakhoda Omar, Jeram, Pasir Panjang, Hujong Permatang, Kuala Selangor Panchang Bedena categorized critical areas. Risk assessment analysis was done risk levels hazards. Results indicate human, social economic components low while infrastructure ranges between moderate. However, environment high. provide information required by government agencies formulate policies implement an Integrated Coastal Management Plan effort effectively deal phenomenon. Keywords: geospatial, change, identification