Natural Hazards
Author:   David Chapman
Publisher:   Oxford University Press Australia
ISBN:  

9780195535648


Pages:   192
Publication Date:   25 January 1995
Replaced By:   9780195508093
Format:   Paperback
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In the twentieth century, the disastrous effects of natural hazards have increased, reflecting the substantial growth in world population, the vulnerability of marginal groups, and the mismanagement of the environment. This book provides potential answers to the questions concerning natural disaster preparedness and management. It develops a conceptual model for understanding hazards and describes specific dangers within the framework of the model. A chapter is devoted to each of the hazards, and decisions and management strategies are outlined, emphasizing risk analysis and decision theory. Students and teachers of geography, agriculture, and environmental studies will find important information in this relevant book.

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Author:   David Chapman
Publisher:   Oxford University Press Australia
Imprint:   OUP Australia and New Zealand
Dimensions:   Width: 13.00cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 21.00cm
Weight:   0.243kg
ISBN:  

9780195535648


ISBN 10:   0195535642
Pages:   192
Publication Date:   25 January 1995
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Replaced By:   9780195508093
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Ch. 1 - Natural hazards and us. Ch. 2 - The management of natural hazards. Ch. 3 - The restless atmosphere. Ch. 4 - Terra non firma. Ch. 5 - Floods. Ch. 6 - Drought. Ch. 7 - Bushfire or wildfire. Ch. 8 - All creatures great and small - biohazards. References

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