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Author: Dylan Sandler Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 1466595582 Category : Law Languages : en Pages : 389
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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.
Author: Dylan Sandler Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 1466595582 Category : Law Languages : en Pages : 389
Book Description
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.
Author: Hobart M. King Publisher: Prentice Hall ISBN: 9780130096920 Category : Science Languages : en Pages :
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This CD-ROM puts users in the role of a practicing geologist -- gathering and analyzing real data, evaluating risk, and making assessments and recommendations. Based on the idealized town of Hazard City, this dual-platform CD contains a collection of eight interactive problem-solving activities corresponding to key issues faced by environmental professionals. Covers many issues of importance to environmental professionals such as ground water contamination, volcanic hazard assessment, landslide hazard assessment, earthquake damage assessment, flood insurance rate maps, snowpack monitoring, coal property evaluation, and landfill siting.
Author: Imad A. Hamze Publisher: DIANE Publishing ISBN: 1428988106 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 129
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Microfinance has become an increasingly popular option in many developing countries & is an effective tool for improving the living standards of the poor. Several local non-governmental org., international finance institutions, donor countries, banks & others have shown an interest in developing microenterprises through such loans. Here is detailed info. on the microfinance sector in Lebanon & may be of use to researchers, non-governmental & governmental org., donors, policy makers, & prospective borrowers. Includes a description of the microlending market & its major players in Lebanon, an analysis of the strengths & weaknesses of these players, & info. on the microenterprises that constitute the potential target of lending institutions.
Author: American Society of Civil Engineers Publisher: ISBN: Category : Civil engineering Languages : en Pages : 1864
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Vols. 29-30 contain papers of the International Engineering Congress, Chicago, 1893; v. 54, pts. A-F, papers of the International Engineering Congress, St. Louis, 1904.
Author: Kelly D. Edmiston Publisher: DIANE Publishing ISBN: 1428988939 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 347
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In the second qtr. of 2007, the share of outstanding mortg. in some stage of foreclosure (FC) stood at 1.4%, up from less than 1% a year earlier. The number of mortg. entering the FC process reached an all-time high in mid-2007. The FC surge was created by a perfect storm of events. First, the share of sub-prime mortg. originations increased. Second, FC rates for adjustable-rate mortg. (ARMs) have increased, esp. for sub-prime ARMs. Finally, high loan-to-value originations, coupled with stagnant or falling home prices, have left many people with insufficient equity to sell or to refinance their homes. Here is a dissection of the current FC surge. Discusses why the FC situation is likely to get worse over the next 2-3 years & why it is likely to improve afterward. Illus.
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Author: Kelly D. Edmiston