Here is a comprehensive overview of the geophysical technological and socialaspects of natural disasters. This book systematically reviews the agents ofnatural ... » 

Here is a comprehensive overview of the geophysical technological and socialaspects of natural disasters. This book systematically reviews the agents ofnatural catastrophes earthquakes volcanoes floods drought hurricaneserosion fires etc. in terms of their geophysical processes and effects. Thehuman impact and response is examined from various perspectives includingdamage and the urban environment the logistics of planning and emergencyaction medical emergencies and the epidemiology of disasters the Third Worldand socioeconomic consequences. The authors unique interdisciplinaryperspective helps the reader to achieve a clear perspective on naturaldisasters and possible strategies against them. «