Excerpt from Before the Wind: A Study of the Response to Hurricane Carla
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a historical and in-depth analysis of the 1961 Hurricane Carla, one of the most destructive to hit the Gulf Coast. Drawing on archival research, the author presents a detailed account of the hurricane's path and the response of communities in its path. The book explores the warning systems in place at the time, the evacuation process, and the challenges faced by disaster relief agencies. The author also examines the impact of the hurricane on individuals and families, capturing the human toll of the disaster. This book is a valuable contribution to the study of natural disasters, offering insights into the complexities of hurricane preparation, response, and recovery. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282249779_0
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