Natural Hazards and Disasters — Donald Hyndman et al. (2016)

Book Description

NATURAL HAZARDS AND DISASTERS, 5e provides easy-to-understand coverage of the geological processes that underlie disasters, explores the impact these processes have on humans and vice versa, and analyzes strategies for mitigating these hazards’ physical and financial harm. From timely information on recent natural disasters in the United States and around the world to insights on earthquakes associated with fracking, this fascinating book provides the up-to-date information you need to analyze potential hazards and take the steps necessary to survive a natural disaster. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Book Details

• Author: Donald Hyndman, David Hyndman
• Publisher: Brooks Cole Pub Co
• Published Date: 2016-01-01
• Published Year: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN-13: 9781305581692