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Chapter5A selection of disasterreduction applicationsThis chapter discusses different applications of disaster risk reduction, as outlined inthe graphic representation presented in chapter 1. These efforts become possible afterprevious activities to identify and assess risks and institutional capabilities are in place.The selection of disaster reduction applications discussed in this chapter is not exhaustive,it serves to illustrate the scope of activities and applications in the field and in certaincases, assess their strengths and weaknesses. The chapter begins with environmentalmanagement - an area often neglected by traditional disaster managers - and concludeswith early warning systems - a crucial link to effective preparedness andresponse activities.5.1 Environmental management5.2 Land use planning5.3 Protection of critical facilities5.4 Networking and partnerships5.5 Financial and economic tools5.6 Early warning systems203
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DLiving with RiskA global review of
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Bastien Affeltranger, FranceTom Alc
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IntroductionThis is a preliminary v
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Eruption of Mount Agung, Bali, Indo
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Living with risk - focus on disaste
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The shift towards disaster reductio
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Disaster risk reduction - a sharedr
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Understanding the nature of hazards
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Policy frameworks in practiceAsiaDi
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improved disaster risk reduction. T
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