Volcanic emergency management
Publisher: United Nations ; New York ; 1985Description: 86 pSubject(s): <UNDRO> | <UNESCO> | <VOLCANIC ERUPTIONS> | <EMERGENCY RELIEF> | <MANAGEMENT>Summary: Distills from past experiences in various parts of the world. Some general principles of the planning and organization needed to deal with volcanic emergency. Reviews the nature of volcanic hazards and predicts the onset of volcanic eruption. Identifies measures that can be taken to mitigate risks and protect life and property. Main elements of pre-emergency planning, the difficulties that may arise from rapid and decisive action and the means of overcoming them are discussed. Provides a list of organizations set up to manage volcanic emergency.General
Distills from past experiences in various parts of the world. Some general principles of the planning and organization needed to deal with volcanic emergency. Reviews the nature of volcanic hazards and predicts the onset of volcanic eruption. Identifies measures that can be taken to mitigate risks and protect life and property. Main elements of pre-emergency planning, the difficulties that may arise from rapid and decisive action and the means of overcoming them are discussed. Provides a list of organizations set up to manage volcanic emergency.
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