[PDF] Catastrophic Earthquakes eBook

Author : John L. Casey
Publisher : Trafford Publishing
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 41,85 MB
Release : 2016-12-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 1490779043

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The United States of America will likely be devastated by earthquakes within the next twenty years. That is the startling conclusion of the authors of this book, all of them leading experts in the geophysical effects of climate change. They make a strong case for a link between the suns cycles of behavior with highly destructive earthquakes. The authors explain that when the sun goes into a reduced energy phase, it produces colder weather and the worst earthquakes weve ever seen. Their easy-to-understand charts and graphs clearly show that we face an imminent threat. Find out the status of the threat for California, Alaska, South Carolina, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and other states and regionsas well as when and where the next catastrophic quakes will most likely strike. The authors also share the latest damage and loss-of-life assessments from the federal government, and they argue that were not doing enough to confront the threat. The United States could face up to $600 billion in damages, and tens of thousands of people could die beginning in 2017, they warn. Prepare yourself, your family, and your business for the most dangerous earthquakes youll ever face with Upheaval!

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 19,81 MB
Release : 1992-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309046394

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This book presents the proceedings of an August 1990 forum held at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C. Topics covered include the current and potential roles of the private sector and the various levels of government before, during, and after an earthquake occurs, and alternative strategies that could be implemented to reduce the economic impacts, with emphasis placed on the role of the insurance industry.

Author : Carol Kim
Publisher : Lerner Publications TM
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 20,4 MB
Release : 2022-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1728453836

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Earthquakes happen when big plates of earth slide past one another. Powerful earthquakes can cause serious damage. Learn how scientists monitor for earthquakes, where they are common, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from an earthquake survivor!

Author : Mary Englar
Publisher : Capstone Classroom
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 27,2 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 142968013X

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"Describes the worst tsunamis in history, as well as causes, types, and disaster tips"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Trevor J. Hughes
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 449 pages
File Size : 11,58 MB
Release : 2022-12-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1000830713

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This interesting book offers an analysis of man-made catastrophes and asks why they continue to occur. 87 catastrophes or near-catastrophes, including high profile cases such as the Bhopal gas disaster, Grenfell Tower, Shoreham Air Show crash, Brumadinho dam collapse and Fukushima Daiichi, are described together with the reasons why they occurred and why over 50 different safety management approaches and techniques failed to prevent them. Featuring 63 eye opening stories from the author’s own personal experience and over 200 pitfalls in safety management approaches, this title is illustrated by 24 hypothetical cases in which the reader is asked to consider the approach they would take. Safety management techniques discussed include operating practices, personnel selection and emergency response. Safety management approaches including safety governance in organisations, along with the role of government and local authorities using the instruments of the law are extensively discussed. The work concludes with imaginative and creative ways forward with the aim to make considerable progress and to potentially eliminate man-made catastrophes for good. This title will be an ideal read for safety managers and engineers, community leaders in civic duties or labour union roles and professionals tasked with stopping and mitigating the impacts of man-made catastrophes, along with non-technical readers who are curious and concerned.

Author : Roger Musson
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 15,70 MB
Release : 2012-10-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 1137106999

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For centuries, Californians and the Japanese have known that they were at risk of catastrophic earthquakes, and prepared accordingly. But when a violent 7.0 earthquake rocked Haiti in 2010, hardly anyone knew the island nation was even at risk for disaster, and, tragically, no one was prepared. Over 300,000 people died as buildings that had never been designed to withstand such intense shaking toppled over and crushed their inhabitants. Now, scientists warn that it won't be long before a single, catastrophic quake kills one million people - and that it is going to strike right where we least expect it. In this groundbreaking book, renowned seismologist with the British Geological Survey Roger Musson takes us on an exhilarating journey to explore what scientists and engineers are doing to prepare us for the worst. With riveting tales of the scientists who first cracked the mystery of what causes the ground to violently shake, Musson makes plain the powerful geological forces driving earthquakes and tsunamis, and shows how amazing feats of engineering are making our cities earthquake-proof. Highlighting hotspots around the world from Mexico City to New York this is a compelling scientific adventure into nature at its fiercest.

Author : Michael Burgan
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 45,69 MB
Release : 2011-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 141094090X

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Presents a history of earthquakes, profiles child survivors and their later successes, and highlights organizations that have helped victims.