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Earth Observation Science and Applications for Risk Reduction and Enhanced Disaster Management

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Earth Observation Science and Applications for Risk Reduction and Enhanced Resilience in Hindu Kush Himalaya Region: A Decade of Experience from SERVIR

by Mike McQueen

5 out of 5

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Earth observation science and applications play a vital role in risk reduction and enhanced disaster management. By providing timely and accurate information about the Earth's surface and atmosphere, earth observation data can help decision-makers to identify and assess risks, plan and implement mitigation measures, and respond to emergencies in a more effective and efficient manner.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advances in earth observation science and applications for risk reduction and enhanced disaster management. The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different aspect of the topic.

Part 1, "Earth Observation Science for Risk Reduction and Disaster Management," provides an overview of the basic principles of earth observation science and its applications for risk reduction and disaster management. This part includes chapters on the following topics:

* The use of earth observation data to identify and assess risks * The development of early warning systems * The use of earth observation data to support decision-making during emergencies

Part 2, "Earth Observation Applications for Risk Reduction and Enhanced Disaster Management," provides a detailed look at some of the specific applications of earth observation data for risk reduction and enhanced disaster management. This part includes chapters on the following topics:

* The use of earth observation data to monitor and forecast natural hazards * The use of earth observation data to assess the vulnerability of communities to natural hazards * The use of earth observation data to support the development of disaster risk reduction plans * The use of earth observation data to support the implementation of disaster risk reduction measures

Part 3, "Future Directions in Earth Observation Science and Applications for Risk Reduction and Enhanced Disaster Management," looks at the future of earth observation science and applications for risk reduction and enhanced disaster management. This part includes chapters on the following topics:

* The need for continued investment in earth observation research and development * The need for improved access to earth observation data * The need for capacity building in the use of earth observation data for risk reduction and disaster management

Earth observation science and applications have the potential to revolutionize risk reduction and enhanced disaster management. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advances in this field, and it is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about this important topic.

Earth Observation Science and Applications for Risk Reduction and Enhanced Resilience in Hindu Kush Himalaya Region: A Decade of Experience from SERVIR

by Mike McQueen

5 out of 5