Paper Title
DRONE-ASSISTED THERMAL MAPPING OF FUMAROLES FOR SUSTAINABLE FARMING ON ACTIVE VOLCANOES

Abstract
The impact of fumaroles on the sustainability of agricultural activities is investigated on Nisyros Island, an active volcano in the South Aegean Sea. Utilizing drone thermal scanning and advanced GIS techniques, we aim to locate fumaroles as their connection to heavy metal contamination in soil, water, and crops. High-resolution thermal images are captured using a thermal drone (MAVIC 3T), and analyzed using R programming, generating contamination source maps. The findings inform agricultural management strategies to mitigate possible heavy metal risks, contributing to sustainable practices in volcanic regions. Two thermal scans derived during the summers of 2019 and 2022 show consistent heat emissions, supporting continuous soil fertility and nutrient availability for sustainable agricultural practices. The cost-effectiveness of drone thermal scanning, which includes the initial purchase of drones, personnel salaries, and fieldwork days, makes it a viable method for ongoing environmental monitoring compared to other standard methods of aerial thermal scanning, such as using airplanes or helicopters. Keywords - Fumaroles, Heavy Metals, Sustainable Agriculture, Thermal Scaning.