DISASTER MANAGEMENT - Couverture souple

Ms.M.Nivethitha Devi

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798899612459

Editeur : Notion Press, 2025

Synopsis

The book "Disaster Management" provides a comprehensive overview of strategies, frameworks, and methodologies for managing natural and man-made disasters. It is designed to educate students, policymakers, emergency responders, and professionals involved in planning, mitigation, and response to disaster situations.

The content typically covers:

Introduction to Disasters: Definitions, classification of disasters (natural, technological, biological, and anthropogenic), and the global and national disaster landscape.
Phases of Disaster Management: The four key phases—Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery—are explained in depth, with real-world examples and case studies.
Risk and Vulnerability Assessment: Methods for identifying hazard-prone areas, vulnerable populations, and the impact of disasters on communities and infrastructure.
Disaster Preparedness and Planning: Development of early warning systems, community-based disaster risk reduction, evacuation planning, drills, and awareness campaigns.
Institutional and Policy Frameworks: Overview of international frameworks (e.g., Sendai Framework), national disaster management authorities, laws, and regulations.
Technology in Disaster Management: Use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, drones, and information and communication technology (ICT) in disaster monitoring and response.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Notion Press
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798899612459
• Reliure: Tapa blanda
• Nombre de pages: 140
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible