Disaster Response and Recovery

David Mc Entire

504 pages, parution le 27/09/2006

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Résumé

Providing readers with a well-rounded understanding of disaster responses, this book first explores the various types of disasters that may occur. It then uncovers the myriad of actors that are involved in emergency management as well as the diverse theoretical frameworks from which post-disaster activities may be approached. Readers will gain a better understanding of the typical challenges to be expected during response efforts as well as the tools and techniques that will enhance the ability to protect lives, reduce property damage and minimize disruption.

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Knowing What to Expect: Hazards and Disasters
Understanding the Actors: Role and Responsibilities of Disaster Participants
Anticipating Human Behavior in Disasters: Myths, Exaggerations and Realities
Approaching Response and Recovery Operations: Alternative Management Theory
Responding with Initial Measures: Hazard Detection, Warning, Evacuation, and Sheltering
Caring for the Injured, Dead and Distraught: Overcoming Physical and Emotional Impacts
Managing Public Relations, Donations and Volunteers: Expected Challenges and Benefits
Moving Beyond Immediate Needs: Damage Assessment, Disaster Declarations and Debris Removal
Promoting Recovery and Mitigation: Disaster Assistance and Vulnerability Reduction
Overcoming Typical Challenges: Other Anticipated Problems after Disaster
Harnessing Technology and Organization: Tools for local, state and federal governments
Dealing with Future Disasters: Prior Lessons, New Threats and Rising Vulnerability
Promoting Disaster Resilience: Preparedness, Improvisation, Professionalism and Leadership

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Wiley
Auteur(s)	David Mc Entire
Parution	27/09/2006
Nb. de pages	504
Format	18,5 x 23,5
Couverture	Broché
Poids	765g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780471789741
ISBN13	978-0-471-78974-1