Introduction to emergency management / George A. Haddow, Jane A. Bullock and Damon P. Coppola

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The historical context of emergency management -- Natural and technological hazards and risk assessment -- The disciplines of emergency management : mitigation -- The disciplines of emergency management : response -- The disciplines of emergency management : recovery -- The disciplines of emergency management : preparedness -- The disciplines of emergency management : communications -- International disaster management -- Emergency management and the new terrorist threat -- The future of emergency management.

Introduction to Emergency Management, Third Edition provides a comprehensive update of this foundational text on the background components and systems involved in the management of disasters and other emergencies. The book details current practices, strategies, and the key players involved in emergency management, especially in the U.S. but also around the world. Expanded coverage of local and state issues, particularly as they need to interact and work with FEMA and other federal agencies, adds value to public administrators locally tasked with protecting their community.