Earth's Natural Hazards and Disasters

Explores the science of natural events and what turns them into disasters for human populations Natural hazards are present in every part of planet Earth. Sometimes a natural event ¿ such as extreme weather, a volcanic eruption, earthquake or disease outbreak ¿ turns into a disaster for humans, the environment, and the economy. Earth¿s Natural Hazards and Disasters is a textbook for undergraduates that challenges students to think critically about disasters. It explains the science behind natural events and explores how to understand risk and prepare for disasters. Volume highlights include: Covers hazards in the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphereExplains the science of hazards in accessible termsDetailed case studies of specific disasters for each type of natural eventExplores data-based risk mitigation strategiesDiscusses the roles of scientists, public officials, and the general public in hazard managementLearning objectives and questions for discussion in each chapte