Community Emergency Management, Disaster Recovery and Resilience

This book provides an overview of disaster management, covering all stages from preparedness to recovery. It defines Emergency Management and examines its historical context, highlighting key disasters that have influenced the field. Central to the discussion is Disaster Resilience, emphasizing understanding resilience frameworks and their role in mitigating disaster impacts. It discusses Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis, focusing on identifying vulnerabilities within communities. Community-Based Disaster Preparedness is emphasized, stressing community engagement and capacity-building for resilience enhancement. The book also covers Emergency Response Plans and Procedures, highlighting stakeholder coordination for effective response efforts. Disaster Response strategies are explored, drawing insights from case studies. The recovery phase is discussed, including short-term and long-term processes. Sustainable Development and Disaster Mitigation are emphasized, integrating risk reduction with development goals. The role of Technology and Innovation is highlighted, as well as Legal and Policy Frameworks. Psychological aspects of disasters and Future Trends and Challenges are also considered. Overall, the book provides valuable insights and practical guidance for navigating disaster management complexities and fostering resilience in communities.

• | Author: Richard Skiba
• | Publisher: After Midnight Publishing
• | Publication Date: May 20, 2024
• | Number of Pages: NA pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1763574334
• | ISBN-13: 9781763574335