Data Against Natural Disasters

by Samia Amin

"In recent years, the world has seen both massive destruction caused by natural disasters and immense financial and physical support for the victims of these calamities. So that these natural hazards do not become manmade disasters, effective systems are required to identify needs, manage data, and help calibrate responses. If well designed, such systems can help coordinate the influx of aid to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of assistance...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0821374524
• ISBN13: 9780821374528
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: World Bank Publications
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 8.7"