Response to Disaster

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Response to Disaster
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Response to Disaster combines the original research of author Henry W. Fischer with the literature used today to describe behavioral and organizational challenges commonly experienced before, during, and after disasters. Actual problems are presented and compared to those often misperceived to occur, know as disaster mythology. Fisher examines case studies conducted during the post-impact and long-term recovery periods of major and minor disasters worldwide. He asserts that the role of the mass media assists in eliciting needed help with an effective response, but also perpetuates disaster mythology.

Fisher presents striking comparisons between the perception of disaster in the eyes of the general public, the actual situations emergency responders face, and the way mass media reporters broadcast information. Additionally, the problems encountered by emergency response organizations are compared and contrasted with general public and media perceptions of disaster response. Fisher presents the response to September 11, 2001, the south Asian tsunami, and hurricane Katrina in this comprehensive third edition.
Country USA
Brand University Press of America
Manufacturer UPA
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 0761841172_used
ReleaseDate 2008-08-21
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780761841173

Country	USA
Brand	University Press of America
Manufacturer	UPA
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	0761841172_used
ReleaseDate	2008-08-21
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780761841173

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