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In the early months of 2020, the world’s attention was riveted on Australia, where the nation’s iconic wildlife fought for survival in the face of unprecedented wildfires. Images of koalas drinking ……続きを見る

**"Frightening...Firestorm comes alive when Struzik discusses the work of offbeat scientists." ーNew York Times Book Review "Comprehensive and compelling." ーBooklist** "A powerful message." ーKirku……続きを見る

This book features a collection of sections that examine the latest strategies and technologies for reducing flood risk. The book explores a range of topics, including flood risk assessment, flood f……続きを見る

"The Evolution of Fire is stunningly writtenーvivid in imagery, in the braiding together of language, and in the honoring of every person it shines a light on."ーHanif Abdurraqib, author of There's ……続きを見る

In The Electric Nature of Weather Creation, retired electronic engineer and aerospace industry veteran Ray McLaine presents a revolutionary perspective on the forces that shape our weather. Over fiv……続きを見る

This book highlights empirical evidence of how African continent is confronting extreme climate events, focusing on understanding and mitigating climate-induced Loss and Damage.The book examines the……続きを見る

Five times in Earth's history, the rules of survival have been violently rewritten. Dominant species that thrived for millions of years were erased in geological instants, their bones becoming the o……続きを見る

This book provides an integrated view of underground and geotechnical engineering, combining experimental, numerical, and field studies on rock mechanics, tunnel design, mining hazards, slope stabil……続きを見る

This book addresses geotechnical challenges in seismic zones, tunnels, slopes, rock mechanics, while integrating fundamental studies, case analyses, and digital innovations. Papers examine fault rea……続きを見る

O planeta está no limite, e as decisões que tomarmos neste século definirão o futuro da humanidade. A crise climática e a transição energética não são mais debates distantes; são realidades urgentes……続きを見る

Finalist for the Western Writers of the West Spur Award A practical guide for living with wildfire, including essential history and science, actions you can take to protect your home, and guiding p……続きを見る

On September 9, 2015, the Butte Fire broke out on a steep wooded hillside. It seemed to be under control. But the next morning, with changing winds and temperatures upwards of 105 degrees, the fire ……続きを見る

On September 9, 2015, the Butte Fire broke out on a steep wooded hillside. It seemed to be under control. But the next morning, with changing winds and temperatures upwards of 105 degrees, the fire ……続きを見る

Gender plays a crucial role in shaping the vulnerabilities and resilience of communities in the face of disaster risk and climate change. Women, men, and gender minorities often experience the impac……続きを見る

On September 7, 1900, Galveston, Texas was the wealthiest city per capita in the state and the largest cotton port in the nation. Thirty-eight thousand people lived on a barrier island that rose, at……続きを見る

This book explores the varying effects of wildfire on individuals, families, communities, and governments as local and State agencies in California grapple with the realities of recovery. The field ……続きを見る

This study of famines, earthquakes and cyclones in British India, 1770-1934, moves from the aesthetics of representation through the knowledge cultures that sprang up around the disasters and finall……続きを見る

On the night of October 29, 2012, the Atlantic Ocean rose fifteen feet above normal and swallowed the most densely populated corridor in North America. Seven subway tunnels flooded with over a billi……続きを見る

A napping volcano blinked awake in March 1980. Two months later, when that mountain roared, Jim Scymanky was about twelve miles northwest, logging a north slope above Hoffstadt Creek. “Rocks zinged ……続きを見る

The safety and serviceability of in-service structures and infrastructure systems are often threatened by natural hazards. Owners and decision-makers are especially concerned about the resilience of……続きを見る

Limbah kaca atau Glass Waste merupakan material kaca yang sudah tidak terpakai, pecah, atau menjadi sisa produksi yang dibuang karena tidak lagi memiliki nilai guna bagi pemiliknya. Secara teknis, k……続きを見る

This book discusses climate change, environmental dangers, and local communities’ responses to these problems. It is a valuable resource to a wide range of readers, including academics, researchers,……続きを見る

Hurricane Katrina: The Aftermath is a deeply personal and reflective journey through post-Katrina New Orleans, blending memoir, travelogue, and spiritual meditation. Written as a firsthand journal, ……続きを見る

Tempêtes, inondations, canicules, vagues de froid... Depuis quelques décennies, ces catastrophes climatiques semblent se multiplier dans le monde. Elles nous paraissent uniques, mais le restent-elle……続きを見る

An examination of scientific controversies in which challenging the accepted position led to great intellectual rewards The word “hunch” has many definitions in the Oxford English Dictionary; this b……続きを見る

The seismic safety of dams is a critical concern worldwide, especially in seismically active regions where aging concrete infrastructure poses serious risks to communities, ecosystems, and economies……続きを見る

Pursuing a new global approach, this unique book provides an updated review of the geology of Iberia and its continental margins from a geodynamic perspective. Owing to its location close to success……続きを見る

This book provides an introduction to earthquake source physics, at the heart of modern earthquake seismology. It employs a unique dual approach for grasping the physics both from mathematical and n……続きを見る

This book sheds light on the past and future climate change and its impact on water resources in the driest region in the world. In its introductory chapters, it tackles a comprehensive coverage of ……続きを見る

This book explores cutting-edge innovations that strengthen disaster and climate resilience, highlighting the intersection of technology, society, finance, and ecosystems. It provides a comprehensiv……続きを見る