This book introduces the concept of hazards as part of the earth's natural systems, in contrast to "disasters," which occur at the intersection of the built and natural environments. It emphasizes choices made by society that either increase or diminish our level of vulnerability to the impacts of hazards, and the role of the emergency manager in how these choices are made and acted upon. The book defines key concepts including mitigation, preparedness, resilience, vulnerability, and explains the role of the emergency manager in putting these principles into practice.
- ISBN13 9781466595576
- Publish Date 5 August 2016 (first published 1 October 2006)
- Publish Status Permanently Withdrawn
- Out of Print 23 October 2021
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
- Imprint CRC Press Inc
- Edition 2nd New edition
- Format eBook
- Pages 530
- Language English