The text is organized into four distinct parts to provide a holistic view of modern disaster management:
– Focuses on assessing exposure and identifying the socio-economic vulnerabilities of local communities and ecosystems. Hydro-Meteorological Extremes and Disasters (Di...
Coverage of tropical cyclones (typhoons/hurricanes), heatwaves, cold spells, and convective storms. The text is organized into four distinct parts
Detailed analysis of floods (riverine and flash floods), intense precipitation, landslides, and coastal storm surges. Hydro-Meteorological Extremes and Disasters (Di...
The volume emphasizes shifting from traditional post-disaster response to a strategy. It highlights the importance of:
Assessment of how these disasters affect biodiversity and ecosystem services. Integrated Approach to Resilience
– Explores practical strategies such as building resilient infrastructure and developing robust communication systems.