Disaster Response And Homeland Security

Author : James F. Miskel
Publisher : Stanford University Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0804759723

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Disaster Response and Homeland Security by James F. Miskel Pdf

Hurricane Katrina is the latest in a series of major disasters that were not well managed, but it is not likely to be the last. Category 4 and category 5 hurricanes will, according to most predictions, become both more frequent and more intense in the future due to global warming and/or natural weather cycles. In addition, it is often said that another terrorist attack on the United States is inevitable; that it is a question of when, not whether. Add to that the scare over a possible avian flu pandemic. As a result, the United States should expect that disaster response—to natural and other types of disasters—will continue to be of vital concern to the American public and the policymakers and officials who deal with disaster response and relief, including the military. The U.S. disaster relief program reflects a basic division of responsibility between federal, state, and local governments that has generally stood the test of time. At the federal level, a single agency, FEMA—now under the Department of Homeland Security—has been charged with the responsibility for coordinating the activities of the various federal agencies that have a role in disaster relief. A successful disaster response requires three things: timely and effective coordination between state and federal governments; effective coordination among the federal agencies; and effective coordination between and among state and local government agencies. Miskel examines the effects that operational failures after Hurricanes Agnes, Hugo, Andrew, and Katrina have had on the organizational design and operating principles of the disaster response system program. He also discusses the impact of 9/11 and the evolving role of the military, and he identifies reforms that should be implemented to improve the nation's ability to respond in the future.

Author : Rajesh Arora,Preeti Arora
Publisher : CABI
Page : 680 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781845939298

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Disaster Management by Rajesh Arora,Preeti Arora Pdf

Disaster management is an increasingly important subject, as effective management of both natural and manmade disasters is essential to save lives and minimize casualties. This book discusses the best practice for vital elements of disaster medicine in both developed and developing countries, including planning and preparedness of hospitals, emergency medical services, communication and IT tools for medical disaster response and psychosocial issues. It also covers the use of state-of the-art training tools, with a full section on post-disaster relief, rehabilitation and recovery.

Author : Richard Sylves
Publisher : CQ Press
Page : 659 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-07-23
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781483355795

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Disaster Policy and Politics by Richard Sylves Pdf

In the Second Edition of Disaster Policy and Politics, author Richard Sylves covers the hottest and most controversial issues in the fields of disaster management and homeland security. The work provides a careful and balanced analysis of U.S. disaster politics and policy, paying special attention to the role of key actors—decision makers at the federal, state, and local levels. The book’s comprehensive “all-hazards” approach introduces readers to important public policy, organizational management, and leadership issues whether they aspire to be emergency managers or not. Crafted to be more instructor- and student-friendly, the 10-chapter volume includes boxed mini–case studies depicting disasters large and small. Among its aims are to provide illuminating examples, context, and humanitarian relevance.

Author : Ernest B. Abbott,Otto J. Hetzel
Publisher : American Bar Association
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Law
ISBN : 1604428171

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Homeland Security and Emergency Management by Ernest B. Abbott,Otto J. Hetzel Pdf

Rev. ed. of: A legal guide to homeland security and emergency management for state and local governments. c2005.

Author : Dane S Egli
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 501 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-18
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317475996

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Beyond the Storms by Dane S Egli Pdf

This book deals with both actual and potential terrorist attacks on the United States as well as natural disaster preparedness and management in the current era of global climate change. The topics of preparedness, critical infrastructure investments, and risk assessment are covered in detail. The author takes the reader beyond counterterrorism statistics, better first responder equipment, and a fixation on FEMA grant proposals to a holistic analysis and implementation of mitigation, response, and recovery efforts. The recent Oklahoma tornadoes and West Texas storage tank explosion show the unpredictability of disaster patterns, and the Boston Marathon bombings expose the difficulty in predicting and preventing attacks. Egli makes a compelling case for a culture of resilience by asserting a new focus on interagency collaboration, public-private partnerships, and collective action. Building upon the lessons of the 9/11 attacks, hurricane Katrina, and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the basic findings are supported by a creative mix of case studies, which include superstorm Sandy, cascading power outages, GPS and other system vulnerabilities, and Japan's Fukushima disaster with its sobering aftermath. This book will help a new generation of leaders understand the need for smart resilience.

Author : Richard T. Sylves
Publisher : CQ Press
Page : 633 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-02-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781506368719

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Disaster Policy and Politics by Richard T. Sylves Pdf

Disaster Policy and Politics combines evidence-based research with mini-case studies of recent events to demonstrate the fundamental principles of emergency management and to explore the impact that disasters have had on U.S. policy. Paying special attention to the role of key actors—decision makers at the federal, state, and local levels; scientists; engineers; civil and military personnel; and first responders—author Richard Sylves explores how researchers contribute to and engage in disaster policy development and management. The highly anticipated Third Edition explores the radical change in policy and politics after the occurrence of recent disasters such as Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria; Hawaii’s false nuclear attack warning; and responses to U.S. wildfires. This book’s comprehensive “all-hazards” approach introduces students to the important public policy, organizational management, and leadership issues they may need as future practitioners and leaders in the field.

Author : William O. Jenkins, Jr.
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2005-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1422302652

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Homeland Security by William O. Jenkins, Jr. Pdf

Author : David H. McElreath,Daniel Adrian Doss,Barbara Russo,Greg Etter,Jeffrey Van Slyke,Joseph Skinner,Michael Corey,Carl J. Jensen III,Michael Wigginton, Jr.,Robert Nations
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 473 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780429959479

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Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition by David H. McElreath,Daniel Adrian Doss,Barbara Russo,Greg Etter,Jeffrey Van Slyke,Joseph Skinner,Michael Corey,Carl J. Jensen III,Michael Wigginton, Jr.,Robert Nations Pdf

Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition provides the latest developments in the policy and operations of domestic security efforts of the agencies under the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This includes the FBI, Secret Service, FEMA, the Coast Guard, TSA and numerous other federal agencies responsible for critical intelligence, emergency response, and the safety and security of U.S. citizens at home and abroad. Changes in DHS and domestic security are presented from pre-September 11, 2001 days, to include the formation of DHS under President George W. Bush, all the way through to the current administration. Through this, the many transformative events are looked at through the lens of DHS’s original establishment, and the frequent changes to the various agencies, organization, reporting structure, funding, and policies that have occurred since. This new edition is completely updated and includes coverage of topics relevant to homeland security operations not covered in any other text currently available. This includes highlighting the geopolitical context and the nature of global terrorism—and their implications—specifically as they relate to threats to the United States. Partnerships and collaboration with global allies are highlighted in the context of their relevance to international trade, domestic policies, training, and security. The book ends with a look at emerging threats and potential new, creative solutions—and initiatives in-process within the government—to respond to and address such threats. Key Features: Explores the history and formation of the Department of Homeland Security, recent developments, as well as the role and core missions of core agencies within DHS Outlines man-made threats, intelligence challenges, and intra-agency communication, planning, and operations Looks critically at the role of geopolitical dynamics, key international allies, and their influence on domestic policy and decision-making Covers the latest developments in programs, legislation, and policy relative to all transportation and border security issues Examines current issues and emerging global threats associated with extremism and terrorism Addresses natural and man-made disasters and the emergency management cycle in preparing for, mitigating against, responding to, and recovering from such events Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition remains the premier textbook for criminal justice, homeland security, national security, and intelligence programs in universities and an ideal reference for professionals as well as policy and research institutes.

Author : Christopher Cooper,Robert Block
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007-04-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781429900249

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Disaster by Christopher Cooper,Robert Block Pdf

Based on exclusive interviews, the inside story of how America's emergency response system failed and how it remains dangerously broken When Hurricane Katrina roared ashore on the morning of August 29, 2005, federal and state officials were not prepared for the devastation it would bring—despite all the drills, exercises, and warnings. In this troubling exposé of what went wrong, Christopher Cooper and Robert Block of The Wall Street Journal show that the flaws go much deeper than out-of-touch federal bureaucrats or overwhelmed local politicians. Drawing on exclusive interviews with federal, state, and local officials, Cooper and Block take readers inside the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Department of Homeland Security to reveal the inexcusable mismanagement during Hurricane Katrina—the bad decisions that were made, the facts that were ignored, the individuals who saw that the system was broken but were unable to fix it. America's top emergency response officials had long known that a calamitous hurricane was likely to hit New Orleans, but that seems to have had little effect on planning or execution. Disaster demonstrates that the incompetent response to Hurricane Katrina is a wake-up call to all Americans, wherever they live, about how distressingly vulnerable we remain. Washington is ill equipped to handle large-scale emergencies, be they floods or fires, natural events or terrorist attacks, and Cooper and Block make a strong case for overhauling of the nation's emergency response system. This is a book that no American can afford to ignore.

Author : Richard Sylves
Publisher : CQ Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2008-03-17
Category : Political Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105131623261

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Disaster Policy and Politics by Richard Sylves Pdf

This book offers an excellent and highly useful overview of the history of how the federal government has responded to disasters since 1950. It puts the disaster relief program in the proper context of federal-state relations, and it illustrates the changes in the program that are under way as a result of recent developments.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina
Publisher : Government Printing Office
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN : MINN:31951D020713080

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A Failure of Initiative by United States. Congress. House. Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina Pdf

NOTE: NO FURTHER DISCOUNT FOR THIS PRINT PRODUCT--OVERSTOCK SALE -- Significantly reduced list price while supplies last Supplementary report to the final Hurricane Katrina Federal response report, A Failure of Initiative [Print] [eBook]. Issued on March 16, 2006, by the House of Representatives Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina, this supplemental report details the issues and conclusions of the Committee in regards to getting responses to their inquiries from former Undersecretary Michael Brown of FEMA about his and the George W. Bush Administration's response the Hurricane Katrina. Includes excerpts from Brown's testimony that, in the opinion of the Committee, demonstrate Brown's "deliberate decision to ignore the NRP" [Homeland Security National Response Plan] as well as "raise serious questions about the performance of the White House and Secretary Chertoff" in responding to the hurricane. Political scientists, policy advocates, emergency management response teams, and disaster recovery specialists, disaster recovery program specialists,fire safety crews, and technical support staff may be interested in this volume. Additionally, students pursuing coursework in emergency management, disaster planning and policies, mitigation planning and policy strategies, National Guard training, and disaster preparedness and response training may be interested in this volume for reference examples and research during Hurricane Katrina. Related products: Emergency Management and First Reponders resources collection can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/security-defense-law-enforcement/emergency-management-first-responders Natural & Environmental Disasters collection can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/environment-nature/natural-environmental-disasters Hurricanes, Typhoons & Tsunamis collection can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/environment-nature/natural-environmental-disasters/hurricanes-typhoons-tsunamis Disaster Preparedness collection can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/consumer-home-family/disaster-preparedness

Author : Hamner, Marvine Paula
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2015-02-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781466681606

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Emergency Management and Disaster Response Utilizing Public-Private Partnerships by Hamner, Marvine Paula Pdf

In a world of earthquakes, tsunamis, and terrorist attacks, it is evident that emergency response plans are crucial to solve problems, overcome challenges, and restore and improve communities affected by such negative events. Although the necessity for quick and efficient aid is understood, researchers and professionals continue to strive for the best practices and methodologies to properly handle such significant events. Emergency Management and Disaster Response Utilizing Public-Private Partnerships bridges the gap between the theoretical and the practical components of crisis management and response. By discussing and presenting research on the benefits and challenges of such partnerships, this publication is an essential resource for academicians, practitioners, and researchers interested in understanding the complexities of crisis management and relief through public and private partnerships.

Author : Rajesh Arora,Preeti Arora
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 674 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1845939301

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Disaster Management by Rajesh Arora,Preeti Arora Pdf

This is a specialised reference book covering best practice for proactive disaster management in both developed and developing countries. Disaster management is an increasingly important subject, as effective management of both natural and manmade disasters is essential to save lives and minimize casualties. It includes planning and preparedness of hospitals, emergency medical services, communication and IT tools for medical disaster response and psychosocial issues. It covers the use of state-of the-art training tools, with a full section on post-disaster relief, rehabilitation and recovery. It is suitable for anyone involved in disaster relief and mass casualties management including researchers, policymakers, governments, pharma companies, medics and NGOs.

Author : Richard Terry Sylves
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Emergency management
ISBN : 1483330761

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Disaster Policy and Politics by Richard Terry Sylves Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Civil defense
ISBN : IND:30000087743310

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National Response Plan by Anonim Pdf