USGS Response to an Urban Earthquake, Northridge '94
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Page : 104 pages
File Size : 39,96 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Buildings
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Page : 104 pages
File Size : 39,96 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Buildings
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Author : Randall G. Updike
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Page : 78 pages
File Size : 15,19 MB
Release : 2000-03-01
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ISBN : 9780788143229
Reports specifically on the scientific work done by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) following the Northridge, California, earthquake of Jan. 17, 1994. Provides an overview of the earthquake and its impact, early and long-term responses, and the various tasks of the National Earthquake Hazard Reduction Program agencies. Examines the USGS role in assisting recovery, reconstruction, and mitigation. Includes details of the investigation into the setting and consequences of the earthquake. Numerous maps, diagrams, and photos.
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File Size : 20,44 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Earthquakes
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Page : 87 pages
File Size : 47,84 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Buildings
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Page : 6 pages
File Size : 44,13 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Earthquake hazard analysis
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Author : Thomas L. Holzer
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Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,36 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic government information
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Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
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Page : 372 pages
File Size : 38,29 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Nature
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Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Public Works and Transportation
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Page : 198 pages
File Size : 27,84 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Law
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Author : Edward A. Keller
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 18,92 MB
Release : 2016-07-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1315508680
Natural Hazards: Earth Processes as Hazards, Disasters and Catastrophes, Fourth Edition, is an introductory-level survey intended for university and college courses that are concerned with earth processes that have direct, and often sudden and violent, impacts on human society. The text integrates principles of geology, hydrology, meteorology, climatology, oceanography, soil science, ecology and solar system astronomy. The book is designed for a course in natural hazards for non-science majors, and a primary goal of the text is to assist instructors in guiding students who may have little background in science to understand physical earth processes as natural hazards and their consequences to society. Natural Hazards uses historical to recent examples of hazards and disasters to explore how and why they happen and what we can do to limit their effects. The text's up-to-date coverage of recent disasters brings a fresh perspective to the material. The Fourth Edition continues our new active learning approach that includes reinforcement of learning objective with a fully updated visual program and pedagogical tools that highlight fundamental concepts of the text. This program will provide an interactive and engaging learning experience for your students. Here's how: Provide a balanced approach to the study of natural hazards: Focus on the basic earth science of hazards as well as roles of human processes and effects on our planet in a broader, more balanced approach to the study of natural hazards. Enhance understanding and comprehension of natural hazards: Newly revised stories and case studies give students a behind the scenes glimpse into how hazards are evaluated from a scientific and human perspective; the stories of real people who survive natural hazards, and the lives and research of professionals who have contributed significantly to the research of hazardous events. Strong pedagogical tools reinforce the text's core features: Chapter structure and design organizes the material into three major sections to help students learn, digest, and review learning objectives.
Author : William Michael Kramer
Publisher : Fire Engineering Books
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 14,43 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1593701896
In this new book, Bill Kramer examines the complexities of disaster planning and control, covering the concepts of disaster management, development of disaster and emergency operation plans, and much more. Through examples and case studies, the book is designed to allow the fire officer to study how the fire service has been involved with responding to various disasters and, by learning from the past and understanding the concepts presented, make a difference in the overall outcome of future events. Disaster Planning and Control will be an invaluable resource for anyone involved in disaster response--from the frontline worker to the highest elected official. This book is written to the FESHE model curriculum for the Disaster Planning and Recovery course.