International Perspectives on Natural Disasters: Occurrence, Mitigation, and Consequences

Abstract

"The occurrences and distributions of natural disaster events and the responses and mitigation practices associated with them are presented in the book. Experts on natural disaster topics and regional experts on natural disasters provide compelling information. A background in natural disasters and the places where they frequently occur is presented. The chapter authors' discussions address the physical attributes of natural events and secondly, the role of education and training as mitigation strategies. This second perspective examines mitigation practices. Alternatives beyond disaster response and recovery are being practiced in many places. The role of education and training is highlighted. The book is intended to be a welcome addition to working in natural disasters policies, education, training, and improving the public understanding of natural disasters and the mitigation of their effects." "It will be of interest to policy makers, disseminators of natural disasters information, education, professionals, academic libraries, research libraries, and governmental agencies. Also: emergency managers/responders, planners, and university students studying natural disasters in natural or social sciences at the upper division undergraduate or graduate level."--Jacket.