Overview

This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of geohazards that not only pose a threat to human society, but also to natural resources. The authors, who are experts in the field of geohazard characterization and modeling, have devoted individual chapters to each type of geohazard, detailing its definition, causes, potential impacts on both the socio-economic environment and the natural environment, and methods of mitigation and relief. Additionally, the book includes case studies and specific examples of geohazard vulnerability mapping, information dissemination, and relief and rescue operations. With its in-depth coverage of these important topics, this book is an essential resource for anyone working in the field of geohazards.

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Author:   Mu Ramkumar
Publisher:   New India Publishing Agency
Imprint:   New India Publishing Agency
Dimensions:   Width: 2.40cm , Height: 22.90cm , Length: 15.20cm
Weight:   0.700kg
ISBN:  

9788119215485

ISBN 10:   8119215486
Pages:   326
Publication Date:   15 January 2009
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

01. Types, Causes and Strategies for Mitigation of Geological Hazards 02. An Introduction to Tsunami and Characterization of Tsunamigenic Sediments with the Help of Microfossils 03. History and Geotectonics of Tsunami with Special Reference to the Indian Ocean 04. Andaman-Nicobar Island Arc in the Evolving Tectonic Scenario of Bay of Bengal 05. Assessment of Tsunami Hazard Along Thangapatnam Ovari Coast, Tamil Nadu, Using Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques 06. Earthquake The Creator of Geohazards 07. Earth Tremors in Jind Region, Central Haryana. Seismogenesis and Mitigation 08. Volcanoes, Volcanism and Mitigation 09. Characterization and Mitigation of Landslides in the Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu 10. Cyclone Disaster Management with Special Reference to Orissa Coast, India 11. An Introduction to Drought 12. GIS Based Model for Drought Assessment 13. Flooding A Manageable Geohazards 14. Environmental Policies of India and Mitigation of Geohazards in Coastal Areas 15. Coastal Erosion in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi Districts, Karnataka . Implications on Effective Coastal Zone Management 16. Quicksand. A Lesser-Known Geohazards; But not a Lesser Evil 17. Glacial Lake Burst in the Lunana Area, Bhutan. A Consequence of Global Warming 18. An Attitudinal Approach in Management of Disaster Mitigation and Risk Reduction

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Mu. Ramkumar: Department of Geology, Periyar University, Salem - 636 011, Tamil Nadu, India

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