Salvage Programs Following the 1968 Hurricane: Berkeley, Calif., 196

By Amelia R. Fry, Earl S. Peirce, Amelia Roberts Fry, et al.

Book Overview

"Salvage Programs Following the 1968 Hurricane" documents the recovery efforts in Berkeley, California after the devastating hurricane of 1968. This historical record, compiled by Amelia R. Fry and Earl S. Peirce, offers insights into the immediate aftermath and the long-term planning undertaken to rebuild and restore the community. The work details the challenges faced by city planners, the allocation of resources, and the resilience of the population in the face of natural disaster. This report serves as a valuable case study for understanding urban resilience and disaster management in the late 20th century. It provides a crucial perspective on how communities can effectively respond to and recover from catastrophic events, offering lessons relevant to contemporary urban planning and emergency response strategies.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1171539940
• ISBN13: 9781171539940
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.7"