World disasters
4 total works
Part of a series investigating some of the main causes and effects of worldwide natural disasters this book focuses on fire giving the basic facts about what happens, how and where the disasters occur and why. The effects on people and the environment is discussed with the support of case studies drawn from different parts of the world showing how people intervene, adapt and sometimes help cause such disasters. Included are views on the possibility of preparing for such catastrophes, their aversion and prevention.
Discusses the generation, types, and benefits of storms and their effects on people.
Discusses the causes of various types of fires, how they spread, and some of the major fire disasters.
Examines the causes and effects of droughts and ways to prevent future disasters involving drought, particularly in the developing countries of the world.