This session will give examples of disasters in the coastal zone and discuss the lessons learned from their impacts. Session 17: Coastal Disaster Case Studies (Source: NC Division of Emergency Management) Session 17: Disaster Case Studies Coastal Hazards Management Course Slide 17. 1, Lecture Outline
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This session will give examples of disasters in the coastal zone and discuss the lessons learned from their impacts. Session 17: Coastal Disaster Case.
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This session will give examples of
disasters in the coastal zone and
discuss the lessons learned from their
impacts.
Session 17: Coastal Disaster
Case Studies
(Source: NC Division of Emergency Management)
Session 17: Disaster Case StudiesCoastal Hazards Management Course
Coastal Hazards can be defined as natural hazards that occur within the coastal zone. Hazards become disasters when they intersect the human coast. This session will look at several case study examples of coastal disasters.
The following disasters will be discussed in this session:
• Galveston Hurricane• Loma Prieta Earthquake• Hurricane Andrew• Hurricane Floyd
Slide 17. 11, Learning from the Past (Source: NOAA)
The impact of natural disasters on human life in last century has changed due to increased knowledge, awareness, technology, and their applications; yet continuing dedication to mitigation and coastal management efforts are essential.
Session 17: Disaster Case StudiesCoastal Hazards Management Course
Preparing for the Future
Slide 17. 12, Preparing for the Future
Natural hazards cannot be managed, but human
development and growth in the coastal zone can through pro-active coastal management.
Session 17: Disaster Case StudiesCoastal Hazards Management Course