Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness - 3rd Edition

Name: Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness - 3rd Edition
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Hazard Mitigation and PreparednessAn Introductory Text for Emergency Management and Planning Professionals\nAuthor(s): Dylan Sandler, Anna K. Schwab\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367635770, 978-0367635770\nSynopsis\nAn essential text for todays emerging professionals and higher education community, the third edition of Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness provides accessible and actionable strategies to create safer, more resilient communities. Known and valued for its balanced approach, Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness assumes no prior knowledge of the subject, presenting the major principles involved in preparing for and mitigating the impacts of hazards in emergency management. Real-world examples of different tools and techniques allow for the application of knowledge and skills.\n\nThis new edition includes:\n\nUpdates to case studies and sidebars with recent disasters and mitigation efforts, including ma.