Natural Hazard Mitigation

Author : Alessandra Jerolleman,John J., Ph.D. Kiefer

Hardback

Published : Monday 26 November 2012

ISBN : 9781439834930

Price : €122.85

Description

Hazard mitigation is essential for reducing disaster effects on human populations and making communities more resilient. Presenting an up-to-date look at the changing nature of disasters, this volume offers practical guidance on the implementation and selection of hazard mitigation programs and projects. Based on real-world applications, the book includes case studies that present a thorough explanation of the various issues involved. The contributors describe the value and potential of mitigation efforts and explain how to convince public officials and communities of that value. They also discuss how to better involve the community and uniquely tailor solutions to regional and local situations.

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