Disaster Communications in a Changing Media World

by George D. Haddow and Kim S Haddow

Book Overview

Communications is key to the success of disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Accurate information disseminated to the general public, to elected officials and community leaders, and to the media reduces risk, saves lives and property, and speeds recovery. The ability to communicate is no longer an afterthought or a luxury; timely communication is now as important as logistics or the pre-deployment of materials. Planning and controlling...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1856175545
• ISBN13: 9781856175548
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.3" x 10.3"