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American Hazardscapes The Regionalization of Hazards and Disasters (Natural Hazards and Disasters)
Author: Susan L. Cutter
Year: 2002
Format: PDF
File size: 7 MB
Language: ENG



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The book "American Hazardscapes: The Regionalization of Hazards and Disasters" by Dr. John F. Snyder is a comprehensive guide to understanding the complex relationship between natural hazards and disasters in the United States. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various types of hazards that affect different regions of the country, including earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and droughts. It also explores the impact of these hazards on human populations, infrastructure, and the environment. The author begins by discussing the concept of "hazardscapes which refers to the unique combination of natural and human-made factors that contribute to the risk of disasters in a given region. He argues that understanding these hazardscapes is crucial to developing effective strategies for mitigating and managing disaster risks. The book then delves into the history of disaster management in the United States, highlighting key events and policies that have shaped the field over time. One of the central themes of the book is the importance of regionalizing disaster management efforts. The author contends that traditional approaches to disaster management, which focus on individual events and responses, are insufficient for addressing the complexity and variability of modern hazards. Instead, he advocates for a more holistic approach that considers the interconnectedness of hazards and the need for integrated planning and response strategies. The book also examines the role of technology in disaster management, particularly in the areas of early warning systems, remote sensing, and data analytics. Dr.
Книга доктора Джона Ф. Снайдера «American Hazardscapes: The Regionalization of Hazardities and Disaster» (Американские опасные ландшафты: регионализация опасностей и стихийных бедствий) представляет собой всеобъемлющее руководство по пониманию сложной взаимосвязи между природными опасностями и стихийными бедствиями в Соединенных Штатах. В книге представлен подробный анализ различных типов опасностей, которые затрагивают различные регионы страны, включая землетрясения, ураганы, наводнения, лесные пожары и засухи. В нем также исследуется влияние этих опасностей на население, инфраструктуру и окружающую среду. Автор начинает с обсуждения концепции опасных ландшафтов, которая относится к уникальной комбинации природных и антропогенных факторов, которые способствуют риску бедствий в данном регионе. Он утверждает, что понимание этих опасных ситуаций имеет решающее значение для разработки эффективных стратегий смягчения и управления рисками стихийных бедствий. Затем книга углубляется в историю борьбы со стихийными бедствиями в Соединенных Штатах, освещая ключевые события и политику, которые со временем сформировали эту область. Одной из центральных тем книги является важность регионализации усилий по борьбе со стихийными бедствиями. Автор утверждает, что традиционные подходы к управлению стихийными бедствиями, которые сосредоточены на отдельных событиях и реагировании, недостаточны для решения проблемы сложности и изменчивости современных опасностей. Вместо этого он выступает за более целостный подход, который учитывает взаимосвязанность опасностей и необходимость комплексных стратегий планирования и реагирования. В книге также рассматривается роль технологий в борьбе со стихийными бедствиями, особенно в области систем раннего предупреждения, дистанционного зондирования и аналитики данных. Dr.
Il libro del dottor John F. Snyder «American Hazardscapes: The regionalization of Hazardities and Disaster» (Paesaggi pericolosi americani: regionalizzazione dei pericoli e dei disastri naturali) è una guida completa per comprendere la complessa relazione tra i pericoli naturali e i disastri negli Stati Uniti. Il libro fornisce un'analisi dettagliata di diversi tipi di pericoli che colpiscono diverse regioni del paese, tra cui terremoti, uragani, inondazioni, incendi boschivi e siccità. Essa indaga anche sull'impatto di questi pericoli sulla popolazione, sulle infrastrutture e sull'ambiente. L'autore inizia discutendo il concetto di paesaggi pericolosi che si riferisce ad una combinazione unica di fattori naturali e antropici che contribuiscono al rischio di catastrofi in questa regione. Sostiene che la comprensione di queste situazioni pericolose è fondamentale per sviluppare strategie efficaci di mitigazione e gestione dei rischi di catastrofi naturali. Il libro viene poi approfondito nella storia della gestione dei disastri negli Stati Uniti, ripercorrendo gli eventi e le politiche chiave che nel tempo hanno creato questo campo. Uno dei temi principali del libro è l'importanza di regionalizzare gli sforzi di gestione dei disastri naturali. L'autore sostiene che gli approcci tradizionali per la gestione dei disastri, che si concentrano sui singoli eventi e sulla risposta, non sono sufficienti per affrontare la complessità e la variabilità dei pericoli attuali. È invece favorevole a un approccio più olistico che tenga conto dell'interconnessione tra i pericoli e della necessità di strategie complete di pianificazione e risposta. Il libro descrive anche il ruolo della tecnologia nella gestione dei disastri, in particolare nei sistemi di allarme rapido, teleriscaldamento e analisi dei dati. Dr.
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