Case Studies in Disaster Recovery
Case Studies in Disaster Recovery

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Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2022-12-02

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 0128095369

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Case Studies in Disaster Recovery, the initial release in the Disaster and Emergency Management: Case Studies in Adaptation and Innovation series, explores recovery from a number of perspectives: household, community and nation. Chapters cover the concept of social vulnerability to explain/predict recovery outcomes, consider broader themes of sustainability, assess community vulnerability and capacity, and explore the challenges associated with long-term recovery and disaster case management. Cases explored illustrate the ways in which communities and governments used the window of opportunity after a disaster to make changes that reduce future risk and vulnerability. Included cases illustrate the diversity of change realized in communities following disasters. - Presents in-depth cases studies in disaster recovery - a phase of disaster management - Unites practice and research from multiple disciplines to highlight the complexity of disasters mitigation, including environmental and earth sciences, engineering, public health, geography, sociology and anthropology - Examines policy and ethical dilemmas faced by decision-makers in disaster situations

Case Studies in Disaster Response
Case Studies in Disaster Response

Author: Shirley Feldmann-Jensen

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2024-02-13

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 0128095377

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Case Studies in Disaster Response, the latest release in the Disaster and Emergency Management: Case Studies in Adaptation and Innovation series, focuses on the key functions performed in the emergency response to a disaster, how these functions are coordinated, and typical challenges and issues that emerge. Cases address both hazard- and response-generated needs. Also explored are the needs generated by emergent threats (e.g., Ebola crisis), emergent technologies (e.g., social media), and emergent groups (e.g., social innovation teams) that set the stage for innovation and adaption. - Presents in-depth cases studies in disaster response, one of the phases of disaster management - Unites practice and research from multiple disciplines to highlight the complexity of disasters preparedness, including environmental and earth sciences, engineering, public health, geography, sociology, and anthropology, humanitarian aid, emergent threats, disaster response and resilience - Examines policy and ethical dilemmas faced by decision-makers in disaster response situations

Case Studies in Disaster Response and Emergency Management
Case Studies in Disaster Response and Emergency Management

Author: Nicolas A. Valcik

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2017-04-28

Total Pages: 365

ISBN-13: 1315459361

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Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Rio de Janeiro Floods and Mudslides, Brazil, 2011 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Item of Note -- 5. Case Studies: Disasters from Natural Forces: Tornadoes -- Natchez Tornado, Mississippi, 1840 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Stage 3 -- Stage 4 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Item of Note -- Goliad Tornado, Texas, 1902 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Item of Note -- Tri-state Tornado, 1925 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Stage 3 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Item of Note -- Sinking of the MV Dong Fang Zhi Xing, Yangtze River, China, 2015 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- 6. Case Studies: Disasters from Natural Forces: Earthquakes and Volcanoes -- San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Stage 3 -- Stage 4 -- Stage 5 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Aleutian Islands Earthquake, 1946 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Great Chilean Earthquake, 1960 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Stage 3 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Good Friday Earthquake, Alaska, 1964 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Stage 3 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Mount St. Helens Eruption, Washington, 1980 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Stage 3 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Sichuan Earthquake, China, 2008 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Haiti Earthquake, 2010 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note -- Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Disaster, Japan, 2011 -- Stage 1 -- Stage 2 -- Stage 3 -- Key Issues Raised by the Case Study -- Items of Note

Integrating Disaster Science and Management
Integrating Disaster Science and Management

Author: Pijush Samui

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2018-05-04

Total Pages: 488

ISBN-13: 0128120576

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Integrated Disaster Science and Management: Global Case Studies in Mitigation and Recovery bridges the gap between scientific research on natural disasters and the practice of disaster management. It examines natural hazards, including earthquakes, landslides and tsunamis, and uses integrated disaster management techniques, quantitative methods and big data analytics to create early warning models to mitigate impacts of these hazards and reduce the risk of disaster. It also looks at mitigation as part of the recovery process after a disaster, as in the case of the Nepal earthquake. Edited by global experts in disaster management and engineering, the book offers case studies that focus on the critical phases of disaster management. - Identifies advanced techniques and models based on natural disaster science for forecasting disasters and analyzing risk - Offers a holistic approach to the problem of disaster management, including preparation, recovery, and resilience - Includes coverage of social, economic, and environmental impacts on disasters

Case Studies in Disaster Mitigation and Prevention
Case Studies in Disaster Mitigation and Prevention

Author: Himanshu Grover

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2022-12-03

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 0128095393

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Case Studies in Disaster Mitigation and Prevention: Disaster and Emergency Management: Case Studies in Adaptation and Innovation series presents cases illustrating efforts to reduce human and material losses associated with disasters. This volume demonstrates that mitigation is an ongoing phase in which communities continually pursue long-term hazard resistance and reduction. Cases illustrate the importance of risk assessment in the development of mitigation strategies through hazard mapping and multi-hazard mitigation planning. Cases also illustrate approaches to reduction risk through structural and non-structural means, giving consideration to benefits or limitations of these strategies in different contexts. The contributions of different mitigation activities to disaster risk reduction efforts are examined using the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. - Presents in-depth cases studies in disaster mitigation, one of the phases of disaster management - Unites practice and research from multiple disciplines to highlight the complexity of disaster mitigation, including environmental and earth sciences, engineering, public health, geography, sociology, and anthropology - Examines policy and ethical dilemmas faced by decision makers in disaster situations

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning for IT Professionals
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning for IT Professionals

Author: Susan Snedaker

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2011-04-18

Total Pages: 481

ISBN-13: 0080553729

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Powerful Earthquake Triggers Tsunami in Pacific. Hurricane Katrina Makes Landfall in the Gulf Coast. Avalanche Buries Highway in Denver. Tornado Touches Down in Georgia. These headlines not only have caught the attention of people around the world, they have had a significant effect on IT professionals as well. As technology continues to become more integral to corporate operations at every level of the organization, the job of IT has expanded to become almost all-encompassing. These days, it's difficult to find corners of a company that technology does not touch. As a result, the need to plan for potential disruptions to technology services has increased exponentially. That is what Business Continuity Planning (BCP) is: a methodology used to create a plan for how an organization will recover after a disaster of various types. It takes into account both security and corporate risk management tatics.There is a lot of movement around this initiative in the industry: the British Standards Institute is releasing a new standard for BCP this year. Trade shows are popping up covering the topic.* Complete coverage of the 3 categories of disaster: natural hazards, human-caused hazards, and accidental and technical hazards.* Only published source of information on the new BCI standards and government requirements.* Up dated information on recovery from cyber attacks, rioting, protests, product tampering, bombs, explosions, and terrorism.

Case Studies in Disaster Response and Emergency Management
Case Studies in Disaster Response and Emergency Management

Author: Nicolas A. Valcik

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 9780429252006

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Each emergency comes with its own set of challenges, however, many emergencies of the past can be used as tools to evaluate the decisions made and apply them to similar situations. Designed to enable public officials to conduct this kind of evaluation, Case Studies in Disaster Response and Emergency Management details a selection of emergencies--more than 50--that actually occurred. The book demonstrates that often there is no wrong or right answer, just choices that will resolve a problem favorably or cause the situation to deteriorate.

Disaster Recovery: Tools and Case Studies
Disaster Recovery: Tools and Case Studies

Author: Stephen Platt

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-03-09

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 9783319028828

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There is little in-depth understanding of the processes at play after a major disaster and there is no comprehensive text that compares so many different places that have experienced a major disaster to see what they have in common and to document their successes and failures. Time is compressed after a disaster. There is an urgency to bring relief and to ‘get back to normal’ – to rebuild livelihoods, clear up the debris, repair the damage and, amongst the more far-sighted, to ‘build back better’. This means that decision making happens faster than normal. Gifted people come together for a limited time, usually less than two years, and are given extraordinary powers to get things done. This book describes the work of these people and what happened in ten different disasters. The author visited all of these places and interviewed the main actors – politicians and local governors, engineers and scientists, people at the national, regional and local level, planners, business people and local residents. From these case studies he draws lessons and describes tools to improve decision making, including how to provide the necessary information in a timely and cost effective way.

High Availability and Disaster Recovery
High Availability and Disaster Recovery

Author: John Smith

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2024-05-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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"High Availability and Disaster Recovery: Concepts, Tools, and Case Studies" is an essential guide designed to equip IT professionals, system administrators, and business continuity planners with the robust knowledge needed to ensure systems are resilient and recoverable in the face of disruptions. This comprehensive book delves deep into the critical aspects of designing, implementing, and maintaining high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) frameworks. Structured into carefully curated chapters, this book covers a wide range of crucial topics-from the foundational theories and terminologies of HA and DR, through the planning and deployment of risk assessment strategies and backup solutions, to advanced discussions of modern replication technologies and cloud-based recovery methods. With a clear, factual presentation, each chapter progresses logically, building on the concepts introduced previously to deepen the reader's understanding. One of the distinctive features of this book is its practical orientation, highlighted through numerous real-world case studies that showcase the application of theoretical knowledge. These case studies illustrate diverse scenarios across different industries, providing readers with insights into practical challenges and effective solutions implemented by various organizations. Whether you are a novice seeking to gain a thorough introduction to HA and DR, or an experienced professional looking to enhance your knowledge with the latest industry trends and best practices, this book is an invaluable resource. It offers not just theoretical insights but also practical tools and case-based evidence to help you deploy robust HA and DR strategies that ensure business continuity and operational integrity. Equip yourself with the expertise to mitigate risks and handle unforeseen disasters-turn to "High Availability and Disaster Recovery Concepts, Tools, and Case Studies" as your go-to guide and reference.

After Great Disasters
After Great Disasters

Author: Laurie A. Johnson

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 380

ISBN-13: 9781558443310

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Great natural disasters are rare, but their aftermath can change the fortunes of a city or region forever. This book and its companion Policy Focus Report identify lessons from different parts of the world to help communities and government leaders better organize for recovery after future disasters. The authors consider the processes and outcomes of community recovery and reconstruction following major disasters in six countries: China, New Zealand, India, Indonesia, Japan, and the United States. Post-disaster reconstruction offers opportunities to improve construction and design standards, renew infrastructure, create new land use arrangements, reinvent economies, and improve governance. If done well, reconstruction can help break the cycle of disaster-related impacts and losses, and improve the resilience of a city or region.