emergency management

Briefly presents specific survival strategies that can be used in a tornado.

Presents a graphic account of the events of Hurricane Katrina and its effects on the city of New Orleans and its people, detailing the selflessness, heroism, and courage, while also noting the incompetence, racism, and criminality.

"Allows readers to choose their own paths as they navigate through the zombie apocalypse"--.

Allows readers to choose their own paths as they navigate through the zombie apocalypse.

Presents an accounting of Hurricane Katrina from start to finish, including rescue efforts and survivor stories.

A series of controversial essays that address issues associated with disaster response including the immediate challenges following a disaster, U.S. response after Hurricane Katrina, and the private sector's responsibilities during an emergency.

Situational survival means being ready for whatever life throws at you, the most important "tool" in your emergency preparedness kit is a solid mindset cultivated around survival. In order for your instincts and reflexes to keep you alive when life throws an unexpected and dangerous situation your way, you must already be mentally prepared to face a potentially life-threatening challenge. This book will teach you how to do just that. The Ultimate Situational Survival Guide covers: creating home safety plans, dealing with natural disasters, planning for transportation issues, identifying urban threats and dealing with them, financial preparedness, being prepared for terrorist attacks and other man-made disasters, and coping with disease in many of these scenarios.

An examination of Hurricane Katrina that covers preparations and aftermath, early warning signs, rescue operations, and other related topics.

An introduction to the work of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, discussing disaster response and preparedness, and profiles natural disasters from history.

"(Describes) how hazmat teams prepare to deal with toxic chemicals and other dangerous substances. ... see how these brave people work to dispose of dangerous materials and keep people safe"--Back cover.