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Of Rainfalls And Disasters
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Author : Juan Manuel Rodríguez Esteves
language : en
Publisher: El Colegio de la Frontera Norte
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Of Rainfalls And Disasters written by Juan Manuel Rodríguez Esteves and has been published by El Colegio de la Frontera Norte this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Social Science categories.
Disasters associated with natural phenomena, such as earthquakes, floods, droughts, etcetera, are intensifying damages that translate into deaths, the loss of infrastructure, and the interruption of economic activities. The accelerated growth of cities frequently incorporates new areas that are susceptible to certain hazards, leaving society increasingly exposed, due to a mismanagement of land. Since the 1990s, the social sciences have developed the approach of vulnerability, which considers the conditions of weakness of a society to cope with hazards. We now know that risk is socially constructed, and so disasters are not only a result of the intensity of the geophysical phenomena that unleash them, but also of the contexts of vulnerability present when a phenomenon takes place. The aim of this work is to show how the risk of flood disasters is constructed in Tijuana, Baja California, with four main elements as our starting point: An examination of floods since the late 19th century; the voice of the actors present for flooding events; a theoretical model to understand the relationship between the hazard and the magnitude of the risk; and recommendations for disaster risk management at a local level.
Civil Engineering And Disaster Prevention
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Author : Abhijit Mohanrao Zende
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2023-10-25
Civil Engineering And Disaster Prevention written by Abhijit Mohanrao Zende and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-25 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Civil Engineering and Disaster Prevention focuses on the research of civil engineering, architecture and disaster prevention and control. These proceedings gather the most cutting-edge research and achievements, aiming to provide scholars and engineers with valuable research direction and engineering solutions. Subjects covered in the proceedings include: Civil Engineering Engineering Structure Architectural Materials Disaster Prevention and Control Building Electrical Engineering The works of these proceedings aim to promote the development of civil engineering and environment engineering. Thereby, fostering scientific information interchange between scholars from the top universities, research centers and high-tech enterprises working all around the world.
Intensified Sediment Disasters In Japan
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Author : Ryoichi Fukagawa
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2023-11-29
Intensified Sediment Disasters In Japan written by Ryoichi Fukagawa and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-29 with Technology & Engineering categories.
The 2011 Kii Peninsula disaster was postwar Japan’s largest sediment and flood disaster. This book analyzes the disaster and the emergency response and subsequent disaster-prevention efforts. It also provides an international comparison and recommendations for mitigation and recovery efforts. Although the scale and intensity of the disaster were expected to occur just once every 100 years, global warming has seen the intensification of such disasters around the globe. This book therefore presents an invaluable in-depth reference for readers on how to prepare for such a disaster, identify risk factors, and react accordingly. Contributors draw on the results of field surveys conducted by the Japanese Geotechnical Society at the time of the disaster and subsequent developments. First, they explain the factors that contributed to the disaster, including the meteorological, topographical, and geological conditions at the time of the disaster. They then describe the mechanisms of slope failure and damage caused by the slope failures across Nara, Wakayama, and Mie prefectures. Finally, they describe the post-disaster response, including the recovery and reconstruction and disaster-prevention and mitigation efforts in the affected area. Readers will therefore understand the importance of the contributing factors and be able to improve disaster mitigation strategies and response plans that will save lives and prevent damage to local infrastructure and economies. This book is an invaluable resource for researchers, geologists, practicing engineers, and government officials who are involved in disaster prevention and response. Upper undergraduate and graduate students will also benefit from the book’s in-depth approach.
Climate Change Adaptation And Disaster Risk Reduction
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Author : Rajib Shaw
language : en
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Release Date : 2010-12-12
Climate Change Adaptation And Disaster Risk Reduction written by Rajib Shaw and has been published by Emerald Group Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-12-12 with Political Science categories.
Arguably among the regions of the world most vulnerable to climate change, Asia has different mechanisms for Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) activities. This title provides 19 case studies, from 13 countries and regions in Asia, that highlight different aspects of CCA-DRR entry points.
Natural Disaster Warning System For High Speed Railway Safety Operation
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Author : Qizhou Hu
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-11-24
Natural Disaster Warning System For High Speed Railway Safety Operation written by Qizhou Hu and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-24 with Transportation categories.
This book explores the mechanisms behind high-speed railway (HSR) traffic accidents caused by natural disasters, employing the concept of “dynamic tracking, situation assessment, and early warning management”. It establishes a natural disaster warning system for ensuring the safety of HSR operations, while providing insightful management measures and methods that address the challenges posed by natural disasters. By analyzing the current state and objective circumstances of HSR safety operations, this book distinguishes itself from similar publications both domestically and internationally. It conducts an in-depth analysis of the safe operation of high-speed railways by adopting a systems science approach that effectively merges theory with practical applications. Furthermore, the book explores the developmental trajectory of high-speed railways and investigates the determination of their safe operation. It comprehensively evaluates the safety of high-speed railway operations by employing mathematical theories of uncertainty, subsequently presenting detailed measures to effectively tackle safety concerns related to high-speed railways.
Mitochondrial Medicine
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Author : Salvatore DiMauro
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2006-04-19
Mitochondrial Medicine written by Salvatore DiMauro and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-04-19 with Medical categories.
Mitochondrial dysfunction is increasingly being recognized as the basis of a wide variety of human diseases. Providing an authoritative update on our current knowledge of mitochondrial medicine, this text draws together world authorities from various fields to present general therapeutic strategies, as well as the treatments presently available in different specialties - thus making it essential reading for clinicians involved with the management of patients with mitochondrial diseases. A unique work, this text covers a range of specialties, including cardiology, ophthalmology, otology, nephrology, gastroenterology, hematology-oncology, and reproductive medicine, and does not focus exclusively on the more commonly known neurologic conditions. An accessible, user-friendly text, it also presents translational concepts of mitochondrial biogenesis and genetics in vignettes related to specific questions raised by the disease under discussion, rather than concentrating on basic science, which can often intimidate clinicians. This pioneering work is primarily directed to a clinical audience who are interested in the diverse and diagnostically challenging clinical presentations of mitochondrial diseases and their pathophysiology.
Risk Assessment And Resilience Of Extreme Weather Induced Disasters
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Author : Lingling Shen
language : en
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Release Date : 2025-06-09
Risk Assessment And Resilience Of Extreme Weather Induced Disasters written by Lingling Shen and has been published by Frontiers Media SA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-06-09 with Science categories.
Under the impacts of climate change, the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events are increasing, posing significant challenges to global socio-economic development. Extreme weather, characterized by unexpected, unusual, severe, or unseasonal rainstorms, droughts, extreme temperatures, and wildfires, often leads to secondary hazards such as landslides, debris flows, mountain torrents, urban waterlogging, and agro-meteorological hazards. These cascading disaster chains exhibit unique spatial differences and require comprehensive risk assessment and resilience management. Recent advancements in meteorological observation networks, radar and satellite detection accuracy, and new meteorological data products have improved the monitoring and forecasting of extreme weather events. However, the regional dependencies and unpredictability of these events necessitate further research to better understand and mitigate the associated risks. There is a pressing need to link extreme weather forecasts with the prediction of secondary disasters to enhance preparedness and response strategies. This research topic aims to explore the risk assessment and resilience management of extreme weather-induced disasters. The primary objectives include understanding the mechanisms of extreme weather events, improving forecasting techniques, and developing effective strategies to mitigate the impacts of cascading secondary hazards. Specific questions to be addressed include: How can we enhance the accuracy of extreme weather forecasts? What are the best practices for managing urban flooding and waterlogging? How can we improve the resilience of communities to agro-meteorological and hydro-meteorological disasters? By addressing these questions, the research aims to contribute to more effective disaster risk reduction and resilience-building efforts. To gather further insights into the risk assessment and resilience of extreme weather-induced disasters, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes: • Forecast of extreme weather events and cascading hazards; • Urban flooding and waterlogging; • Risk assessment and management of agro-meteorological disasters; • Monitoring, warning, and risk assessment of hydro-meteorological and geological disasters (landslides, debris flow, mountain torrents, etc.); • Analysis and review of major meteorological disaster chain events; • Research on developing disaster resilience.
Disaster Management And Human Health Risk Vi Reducing Risk Improving Outcomes
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Author : G. Passerini
language : en
Publisher: WIT Press
Release Date : 2019-12-04
Disaster Management And Human Health Risk Vi Reducing Risk Improving Outcomes written by G. Passerini and has been published by WIT Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-04 with Nature categories.
This volume encompasses latest research presented on the 6th edition of the Disaster Management Conference. The research published in this book is contributed by academics and experts on public health, security and disaster management in order to assess the potential risk from various disasters and discuss ways to prevent or alleviate damage.
Sustainable Geo Technologies For Climate Change Adaptation
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Author : Hemanta Hazarika
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2022-10-02
Sustainable Geo Technologies For Climate Change Adaptation written by Hemanta Hazarika and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-10-02 with Science categories.
This edited volume is a compilation of peer-reviewed papers of the plenary lectures, keynote lectures, special lectures and young researcher’s special lectures delivered at the 1st International Symposium on Construction Resources for Environmentally Sustainable Technologies (CREST 2020) organized by Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. The book focuses on sustainability, promotion of new ideas and innovations in design, construction and maintenance of geotechnical structures with the aim of contributing towards climate change adaptation and disaster resiliency to meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It presents latest research, information, technological advancement, practical challenges encountered, and solutions adopted in the field of geotechnical engineering for sustainable infrastructure towards climate change adaptation. This volume will be of interest to those in academia and industry alike.
Mine Engineering Geological Disaster Forecasting Monitoring And Prevention
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Author : Jie Chen
language : en
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Release Date : 2023-01-03
Mine Engineering Geological Disaster Forecasting Monitoring And Prevention written by Jie Chen and has been published by Frontiers Media SA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-01-03 with Science categories.