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A Safer Future

Author : National Research Council

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 85 pages

File Size : 49,81 MB

Release : 1991-02-01

Category : Science

ISBN : 0309045460

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Initial priorities for U.S. participation in the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction, declared by the United Nations, are contained in this volume. It focuses on seven issues: hazard and risk assessment; awareness and education; mitigation; preparedness for emergency response; recovery and reconstruction; prediction and warning; learning from disasters; and U.S. participation internationally. The committee presents its philosophy of calls for broad public and private participation to reduce the toll of disasters.



Building Community Disaster Resilience Through Private-Public Collaboration

Author : National Research Council

Publisher : National Academies Press

Page : 142 pages

File Size : 23,8 MB

Release : 2011-03-17

Category : Science

ISBN : 0309162637

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Natural disasters-including hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and floods-caused more than 220,000 deaths worldwide in the first half of 2010 and wreaked havoc on homes, buildings, and the environment. To withstand and recover from natural and human-caused disasters, it is essential that citizens and communities work together to anticipate threats, limit their effects, and rapidly restore functionality after a crisis. Increasing evidence indicates that collaboration between the private and public sectors could improve the ability of a community to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Several previous National Research Council reports have identified specific examples of the private and public sectors working cooperatively to reduce the effects of a disaster by implementing building codes, retrofitting buildings, improving community education, or issuing extreme-weather warnings. State and federal governments have acknowledged the importance of collaboration between private and public organizations to develop planning for disaster preparedness and response. Despite growing ad hoc experience across the country, there is currently no comprehensive framework to guide private-public collaboration focused on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Building Community Disaster Resilience through Private-Public Collaboration assesses the current state of private-public sector collaboration dedicated to strengthening community resilience, identifies gaps in knowledge and practice, and recommends research that could be targeted for investment. Specifically, the book finds that local-level private-public collaboration is essential to the development of community resilience. Sustainable and effective resilience-focused private-public collaboration is dependent on several basic principles that increase communication among all sectors of the community, incorporate flexibility into collaborative networks, and encourage regular reassessment of collaborative missions, goals, and practices.



Enhancing Disaster Preparedness

Author : A. Nuno Martins

Publisher : Elsevier

Page : 296 pages

File Size : 23,11 MB

Release : 2020-10-21

Category : Science

ISBN : 0128190787

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Enhancing Disaster Preparedness: From Humanitarian Architecture to Community Resilience relates to the fourth priority of the UNDRR's Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030. Taking a wide understanding of disaster preparedness, the book deals with resilient responses and building capacities related to hazardous events, bringing some practical experiences and theoretical insights in this regard. Mostly based on field research conducted in the Global South by architects and other built-environment professionals, the book covers both post-disaster interventions (rebuilding and recovery) and development-related processes. Its three parts address the interlinkages between humanitarian design, community resilience, and inclusive governance, which are crucial for fostering effective disaster preparedness. Part I discusses the changing roles of architects and urban designers involved in the humanitarian sphere. Part II concentrates on resilience as a socioecological capacity to enhance preparedness within community-based spatial processes. Focused on global dynamics, Part III covers topics emphasizing the link between the management of crises, whether political or economic, at different levels of governance, and the vulnerability of communities and structures on the national and local scales. As such, the book approaches rising global priorities and brings timely lessons to support building a more equitable, safe, and resilient environment in a rapidly urbanized world. Explores Sendai's fourth priority through a spatial lens Examines the role of humanitarian design in building resilience Critically revisits concepts such as incremental housing and building back better Provides examples of methodological tools for community engagement in resilience-building processes



Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction

Author : Rajib Shaw

Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing

Page : 423 pages

File Size : 28,39 MB

Release : 2012-03-06

Category : Nature

ISBN : 0857248677

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Deals with the topic of Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction (CBDRR). This book provides an overview of the subject and looks at the role of governments, NGOs, academics and corporate sectors in community based disaster risk reduction. It examines experiences from Asian and African countries.



Community Emergency Management, Disaster Recovery and Resilience

Author : Richard Skiba

Publisher : After Midnight Publishing

Page : 952 pages

File Size : 43,87 MB

Release : 2024-05-20

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 1763574342

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This book offers an overview of disaster management, covering various aspects from preparedness to recovery. It begins by defining Emergency Management and exploring its historical context, highlighting significant disasters that have shaped the field. Central to the discussion is the concept of Disaster Resilience, which underscores the importance of understanding resilience frameworks and its role in mitigating the impact of disasters. Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis are crucial components discussed in the book, focusing on identifying risk factors and assessing vulnerabilities within communities. Community-Based Disaster Preparedness is emphasized, stressing the need for community engagement and capacity-building to enhance resilience. The book also delves into the development of Emergency Response Plans and Procedures, stressing the importance of coordination among stakeholders for effective response efforts. Disaster Response strategies are explored, drawing insights from both successful and unsuccessful response endeavours through relevant case studies. The recovery phase is examined in detail, discussing short-term and long-term recovery processes, along with economic, infrastructural, and social dimensions of recovery. Sustainable Development and Disaster Mitigation are underscored, emphasizing the integration of disaster risk reduction with sustainable development goals. Technology and Innovation play a significant role in disaster management, with a focus on leveraging technology for risk assessment, response, and recovery efforts. Legal and Policy Frameworks are also addressed, providing insights into the legal basis for emergency management and policy development. Furthermore, the book delves into the Psychological Aspects of Disasters, addressing mental health impacts and recovery strategies for affected individuals. Lastly, Future Trends and Challenges in Disaster Management are explored, considering emerging threats, global climate change impacts, and evolving practices in emergency management to better anticipate and address future challenges effectively. Overall, the book offers valuable insights and practical guidance for navigating the complexities of disaster management, promoting resilience, and fostering sustainable development in communities.





Disaster Vulnerability, Hazards and Resilience

Author : Fernando I. Rivera

Publisher : Springer

Page : 218 pages

File Size : 30,25 MB

Release : 2015-05-12

Category : Nature

ISBN : 3319164538

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This monograph provides valuable lessons in building disaster resilience for rural communities and beyond. With a focus on Florida, the authors present a comprehensive review of the current debates surrounding the study of resilience, from federal frameworks, state plans and local initiatives. They also review evaluation tools and feature first-hand accounts of county emergency managers as well as non-profit and community groups on key issues, including perspectives on vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children and farm workers. Readers will find insightful answers to such questions as: How can the concept of resilience be used as a framework to investigate the conditions that lead to stronger, more sustainable communities? What factors account for the variation across jurisdictions and geographic units in the ability to respond to and recover from a disaster? How does the recovery process impact the social, political and economic institutions of the stricken communities? How do communities, especially rural ones, collaborate with multiple stakeholders (local, regional, state, national) during the transition from recovery to resilience? Can the collaborative nature of disaster recovery help build resilient communities?. The primary audiences of this book are scholars in emergency and crisis management, planning and policy, disaster response and recovery, disaster sociology and environmental management and policy. This book can also be used as a textbook in graduate and advanced undergraduate programs / courses on disaster management, disaster studies, emergency and crisis management, environmental policy and management and public policy and administration.



Emergency Management: Preliminary Observations on FEMA's Community Preparedness Programs Related to the National Preparedness System

Author : William O. Jenkins

Publisher : DIANE Publishing Inc.

Page : 22 pages

File Size : 22,66 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 1437925340

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This is a print on demand edition of a hard to find publication. By preparing their families and property before an event, people can reduce a disaster's impact on them and their need for first responders, esp. in the first 72 hours following a disaster. FEMA developed a national preparedness system (NPS) and included community preparedness programs as part of the NPS. These programs include the Citizen Corps program and its partner programs, such as Fire Corps, and rely on volunteers to assist first responders in local communities. This testimony discusses: (1) challenges FEMA faces in measuring the performance of Citizen Corps and the Ready Campaign: and (2) actions FEMA has taken to develop a strategy to encompass how Citizen Corps and the Ready Campaign operate within the context of the NPS.



Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness

Author : Dylan Sandler

Publisher : CRC Press

Page : 389 pages

File Size : 36,21 MB

Release : 2016-08-05

Category : Law

ISBN : 1466595582

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This book introduces the concept of hazards as part of the earth’s natural systems, in contrast to "disasters," which occur at the intersection of the built and natural environments. It emphasizes choices made by society that either increase or diminish our level of vulnerability to the impacts of hazards, and the role of the emergency manager in how these choices are made and acted upon. The book defines key concepts including mitigation, preparedness, resilience, vulnerability, and explains the role of the emergency manager in putting these principles into practice.



Mitigating the Millennium

Author : Jane Scobie

Publisher : DIANE Publishing

Page : 79 pages

File Size : 16,36 MB

Release : 1998-12

Category :

ISBN : 0788174657

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Contains seminar presentations, working group session recommendations, & reports on disaster management issues. Addresses sustainable disaster mitigation, challenges for participatory approaches, incorporating local level mitigation strategies into national & international response, & evaluating & measuring the impact of mitigation projects. Addresses emergency preparedness in cyclone prone areas in Madagascar, the ways & means of improving practice, & the challenge of getting donors involved in disaster mitigation. Includes a resource list, profiles of speakers, & a list of participants. Photos.