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This book offers extensive information on the various types of geohazards that affect not only human society but also natural resources. The authors of this book are experts in the characterization and modeling of geohazard phenomena and the vulnerability of different regions of the world to specific types of geohazards. Each chapter is dedicated to a particular geohazard type, covering its definition, types, causes, potential impacts on the socio-economic and natural environment, mitigation and relief methods, and rescue procedures. The book also includes case studies and specific examples of geohazard vulnerability mapping, information dissemination, and relief and rescue operations.
Contents
01. Types, Causes and Strategies for Mitigation of Geological Hazards
02. An Introduction to Tsunami and Characterization of Tsunamigenic Sediments with the Help of Microfossils
03. History and Geotectonics of Tsunami with Special Reference to the Indian Ocean
04. Andaman-Nicobar Island Arc in the Evolving Tectonic Scenario of Bay of Bengal
05. Assessment of Tsunami Hazard Along Thangapatnam Ovari Coast, Tamil Nadu, Using Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques
06. Earthquake The Creator of Geohazards
07. Earth Tremors in Jind Region, Central Haryana. Seismogenesis and Mitigation
08. Volcanoes, Volcanism and Mitigation
09. Characterization and Mitigation of Landslides in the Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu
10. Cyclone Disaster Management with Special Reference to Orissa Coast, India
11. An Introduction to Drought
12. GIS Based Model for Drought Assessment
13. Flooding A Manageable Geohazards
14. Environmental Policies of India and Mitigation of Geohazards in Coastal Areas
15. Coastal Erosion in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi Districts, Karnataka . Implications on Effective Coastal Zone Management
16. Quicksand. A Lesser-Known Geohazards; But not a Lesser Evil
17. Glacial Lake Burst in the Lunana Area, Bhutan. A Consequence of Global Warming
18. An Attitudinal Approach in Management of Disaster Mitigation and Risk Reduction



