Disaster Response and Recovery: Strategies and Tactics for Resilience, 2nd edition
Disaster Response and Recovery: Strategies and Tactics for Resilience, 2nd edition by David A. McEntire
English | 2015 | ISBN-10: 1118673026 | 560 pages | PDF | 18 MB
English | 2015 | ISBN-10: 1118673026 | 560 pages | PDF | 18 MB
Provides an overview of the various types of disasters that may occur, the myriad of actors that are involved in emergency management, and the diverse theoretical frameworks from which post-disaster activities may be approached.
• Includes updated chapters keeping the material fresh and accessible while incorporating recent changes in policy and new research
• Highlights lessons learned from such incidents and catastrophes as: Hurricane Katrina, Earthquake in Haiti, Parking lot collapse in Miami, West Texas industrial explosion, Train wreck in Spain, Aurora movie shooting, Times Square bombing, etc.
• Examines typical challenges to be expected during response efforts along with tools and techniques to enhance the ability to protect lives, reduce property damage and minimize disruption
• Includes an instructor package which contains: Sample Syllabus, Teaching Suggestions, Test bank, and PowerPoints
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