Disaster Management: Preparedness and Mitigation

Akbar, Saima; Singh, Suraj Kumar; Kanga, Shruti

ISBN 10: 1786309963 / ISBN 13: 9781786309969

Verlag: Wiley-ISTE, 2024

Beschreibung

2024. 1st Edition. hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers V9781786309969

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: Disaster Management: Preparedness and Mitigation
• Verlag: Wiley-ISTE
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2024
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 1786309963
• ISBN-13: 9781786309969
• Einband: Hardcover
• Zustand: New

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Inhaltsangabe

Disaster Management embarks on a comprehensive exploration of proactive approaches to confronting the ever-growing challenges posed by natural and man-made disasters.

Drawing on a wealth of interdisciplinary research and practical expertise, this book delves into the core principles of disaster management, offering a roadmap for communities, governments and organizations to enhance their preparedness and mitigation strategies. From risk assessment and early warning systems, to community engagement and infrastructure resilience, each chapter provides actionable insights and case studies that illuminate the path towards building robust resilience frameworks.

With a keen focus on adaptability and innovation, this book equips readers with the tools necessary to navigate the complexities of today's dynamic world, fostering a culture of preparedness that can mitigate the impact of disasters and safeguard lives and livelihoods.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Saima Akbar is currently pursuing a PhD at the Suresh Gyan Vihar University in Jaipur, India. She previously worked as a lecturer in the Government Degree College Sopore, India, from 2021-2022.

Suraj Kumar Singh is Associate Professor and Coordinator at the Centre for Climate Change & Water Research at Suresh Gyan Vihar University in Jaipur, India.

Shruti Kanga is Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Geography at the School of Earth and Environmental Science at Central University of Punjab, India.