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Study on identification and mitigation of natural disaster in Bali presented by the center of environmental research (PPLH) of Udayana University has shown that Bali land is very sensitive to potential natural disasters.

Geologically land contour of Bali is sensitive to landslide especially in the midland areas such as Bedugul, Kintamani, skope of Mount Agung, and Seraya. Failure to immediately stop forest devastation will make landslide and flood serious threat to Bali.

Furthermore, from hydro-oceanographic point of view, contour of the bottom of the sea along East coast of Bali is very steep. With depth dropping down to 1,200 meters only within 10 kilometers from the beach, the contour can significantly resonate tidal wave into devastating tsunami. In a slightly better extend, similar situation also takes place along the North coast of Bali.

Different situation along the South coast does not make risk any lower. Frontally facing the Indian Ocean, coral reef and sandy beaches along Sanur, Serangan, and Nusa Dua are sensitive to abrasion.
Looking into so many potential threat which may lead into severe environmental disaster in Bali, sensitivity in environmental preservation is essential. Law enforcement in proper implementation zoning strategy which clearly specify development and conservation areas has to take place immediately. Campaign on awareness and commitment to safeguard Bali needs to be intensified.