Droughts in Asian Monsoon Region

Shaw, Rajib. (Author). Nguyen, Huy. (Added Author).

Summary: This is the first book to focus on explicit linkages between the changing environment and disasters and suggests proactive approaches towards disaster management. A ready-reference for field practitioners it covers areas such as elements of environmental entry, impacts of environment and disaster, strategies, planning and the way forward.

Record details

ISBN: 0857248642 (electronic bk.)
ISBN: 9780857248640 (electronic bk.)
Physical Description: 1 online resource (203 p.)
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electronic resource
Publisher: Bradford : Emerald Group Pub., 2011.

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General Note:	CatBulkString:jan.03.13 CatMonthString:jan.13 Multi-User.
Formatted Contents Note:	Discussion and conclusionAcknowledgments; References; Chapter 9 Proactive drought risk reduction approaches in the Asian monsoon region; Introduction; Early warning, identification, recognition of drought; Local agricultural practices; Strategy and policy options at national level; Strategy at the local government level; Role of local communities; Drought-proofing; Steps of drought risk management; Ecological planning for drought risk management; Acknowledgments; References.
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Source of Description Note:	Description based on print version record.