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Flood By Design

Receding Water Shapes the Earth's Surface

By: Michael Oard

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Flood By Design

Receding Water Shapes the Earth's Surface

By: Michael Oard

There are features on the earth's surface that science cannot explain with theories of changes over millions or even billions of years by the geographic processes that we see occurring commonly today. However, when you explore the evidence from a biblical worldview, the geological features marking the planet's surface make sense given the worldview catastrophic flood described in the book of Genesis. Join author Mike Oard as he explores what is termed as "the retreating stage of the flood" - the seven month-period when the waters receded and the landscapes which are familiar to us were formed by a myriad of processes like uplifts and sinking, erosion, and more, which answer important questions regarding: Unusual dispersals of rocks over hundred of miles How quickly mountains and valleys were carved Emergence of continents and the formation of ocean basins Percussions marks shaped by vast and violently moving water Why very gradual erosion and deposits of soil cannot explain surface formations The study of geomorphology and what it can reveal Flood by Design takes you into a fascinating aspect of the Genesis flood you may never have considered. Examine unusual rock formations and evidence that only the biblical flood model can fully explain. Filled with many photographs and easy-to-understand illustrations and charts, the books is a powerful source of research and answers for high school students and beyond.

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Flood Risk and Social Justice

By: Zoran Vojinovic,Michael B. Abbott

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Flood Risk and Social Justice

By: Zoran Vojinovic,Michael B. Abbott

Flood Risk and Social Justice is a response to the rising significance of floods and flood-related disasters worldwide, as an initiative to promote a socially just approach to the problems of flood risk. It integrates the human-social and the technological components to provide a holistic view. This book treats flooding as a multi-dimensional human and natural world tragedy that must be accommodated using all the social and technological means that can be mobilised before, during and after the flooding event. It covers socially just flood risk mitigation practices which necessitate a wide range of multidisciplinary approaches, starting from social and wider environmental needs, including feedback cycles between human needs and technological means. Flood Risk and Social Justice looks at how to judge whether a risk is acceptable or not by addressing an understanding of social and phenomenological considerations rather than simple calculations of probabilities multiplied by unwanted outcomes and their balancing between costs and benefits. It is argued that the present ‘flood management’ practice should be largely replaced by the social justice approach where particular attention is given to deciding what is the right thing to do within a much wider context. Thus it insists upon the validity of modes of human understanding which cannot be addressed within the limited context of modern science. Flood Risk and Social Justice is written to support a wide range of audiences and seeks to improve the dialogue between researchers and practitioners from different disciplines (including post-graduate engineering, environmental and social science students, industry practitioners, academics, planners, environmental advocacy groups and environmental law professionals) who have a strong interest in a new kind of social justice work that can act as a continuous counter-balance to the various mechanisms that unceasingly give rise to profound injustices. More information about this book can be found in this article written for the WaterWiki by the author: http://www.iwawaterwiki.org/xwiki/bin/view/Articles/FloodRiskandSocialJustice Authors: Zoran Vojinovic is Associate Professor at the UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education, Delft, the Netherlands, with almost 20 years of consulting and research experience in various aspects of water industry in New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Europe, Central/South America and the Caribbean. Michael B. Abbott is Emeritus Professor at the UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education, Delft, the Netherlands, and a Director of the European Institute for Industrial Leadership in Brussels. He founded and developed the disciplines of Computational Hydraulics and Hydroinformatics and co-founded, the Journal of Hydroinformatics with Professor Roger Falconer.

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Compulsory Purchase and Compensation in Ireland: Law and Practice

By: Eamon Galligan,Michael McGrath

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Compulsory Purchase and Compensation in Ireland: Law and Practice

By: Eamon Galligan,Michael McGrath

Compulsory Purchase and Compensation in Ireland comprises a comprehensive inventory of compulsory purchase powers by various State and semi-State bodies in Ireland, together with a detailed and practical analysis of the law of compensation in respect of compulsory purchase. Divided into two highly practical sections, this 2nd edition key title provides the busy practitioner with a comprehensive guide to the complex subject of compulsory purchase and compensation. Drawing on a wealth of learning and experience, the author will unravel the intricacies of the present law and practice, and clearly present the advice and guidance legal practitioners working in this area will require. Part one deals with the voluminous statute law governing compulsory purchase powers and procedures. Part two covers the equally important topic of assessment of compensation. A must-have book for all practitioners specialising in property and land law.

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1784510955

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An Introduction to Coastal Engineering

By: Michael Isaacson

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An Introduction to Coastal Engineering

By: Michael Isaacson

Understand and respond to a changing coastline with this comprehensive reference Coastal engineering concerns society's interactions with coastlines and relates, for example, to coastal flooding, beach erosion, seawalls and breakwaters, and the design of marinas. As climate change drives sea level rise, coastal engineering is critical in responding to increased coastal flooding and receding shorelines. The need to develop coastal infrastructure while minimizing environmental impacts makes this a vital field. An Introduction to Coastal Engineering offers a comprehensive overview of this subject, designed to bridge existing gaps in the general civil engineering literature. Covering all major aspects of coastal engineering, including ocean wave behaviour, structures, sediments, mixing processes, and modelling, the book emphasizes practical solutions and applications for students and practicing engineers alike. Thorough and rigorous, yet highly readable, the book is a must-own tool for developing solutions towards a sustainable coastal future. An Introduction to Coastal Engineering readers will also find: Pertinent descriptions of wave theories, wave transformations and random waves Detailed discussion of practical solutions, recent advancements in the field, and up-to-date data sources Worked-through examples and end-of-chapter problems with some written assignments A spreadsheet appendix containing a set of reference solutions An Introduction to Coastal Engineering is ideal for students in upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in coastal engineering, practicing coastal engineers, and other engineers engaged in coastal flood protection, waterfront development projects, and minimizing environmental impacts along shorelines.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1394257147

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Encyclopedia of Deserts

By: Michael A. Mares

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Encyclopedia of Deserts

By: Michael A. Mares

Encyclopedia of Deserts represents a milestone: it is the first comprehensive reference to the first comprehensive reference to deserts and semideserts of the world. Approximately seven hundred entries treat subjects ranging from desert survival to the way deserts are formed. Topics include biology (birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, invertebrates, plants, bacteria, physiology, evolution), geography, climatology, geology, hydrology, anthropology, and history. The thirty-seven contributors, including volume editor Michael A. Mares, have had extensive careers in deserts research, encompassing all of the world’s arid and semiarid regions. The Encyclopedia opens with a subject list by topic, an organizational guide that helps the reader grasp interrelationships and complexities in desert systems. Each entry concludes with cross-references to other entries in the volume, inviting the reader to embark on a personal expedition into fascinating, previously unknown terrain. In addition a list of important readings facilitates in-depth study of each topic. An exhaustive index permits quick access to places, topics, and taxonomic listings of all plants and animals discussed. More than one hundred photographs, drawings, and maps enhance our appreciation of the remarkable life, landforms, history, and challenges of the world’s arid land.

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Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition

By: David H. McElreath,Daniel Adrian Doss,Barbara Russo,Greg Etter,Jeffrey Van Slyke,Joseph Skinner,Michael Corey,Carl J. Jensen III,Michael Wigginton, Jr.,Robert Nations

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Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition

By: David H. McElreath,Daniel Adrian Doss,Barbara Russo,Greg Etter,Jeffrey Van Slyke,Joseph Skinner,Michael Corey,Carl J. Jensen III,Michael Wigginton, Jr.,Robert Nations

Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition provides the latest developments in the policy and operations of domestic security efforts of the agencies under the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This includes the FBI, Secret Service, FEMA, the Coast Guard, TSA and numerous other federal agencies responsible for critical intelligence, emergency response, and the safety and security of U.S. citizens at home and abroad. Changes in DHS and domestic security are presented from pre-September 11, 2001 days, to include the formation of DHS under President George W. Bush, all the way through to the current administration. Through this, the many transformative events are looked at through the lens of DHS’s original establishment, and the frequent changes to the various agencies, organization, reporting structure, funding, and policies that have occurred since. This new edition is completely updated and includes coverage of topics relevant to homeland security operations not covered in any other text currently available. This includes highlighting the geopolitical context and the nature of global terrorism—and their implications—specifically as they relate to threats to the United States. Partnerships and collaboration with global allies are highlighted in the context of their relevance to international trade, domestic policies, training, and security. The book ends with a look at emerging threats and potential new, creative solutions—and initiatives in-process within the government—to respond to and address such threats. Key Features: Explores the history and formation of the Department of Homeland Security, recent developments, as well as the role and core missions of core agencies within DHS Outlines man-made threats, intelligence challenges, and intra-agency communication, planning, and operations Looks critically at the role of geopolitical dynamics, key international allies, and their influence on domestic policy and decision-making Covers the latest developments in programs, legislation, and policy relative to all transportation and border security issues Examines current issues and emerging global threats associated with extremism and terrorism Addresses natural and man-made disasters and the emergency management cycle in preparing for, mitigating against, responding to, and recovering from such events Introduction to Homeland Security, Third Edition remains the premier textbook for criminal justice, homeland security, national security, and intelligence programs in universities and an ideal reference for professionals as well as policy and research institutes.

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Rock Solid Answers

The Biblical Truth Behind 14 Geologic Questions

By: Michael J. Oard,John K. Reed,Aaron Hutchinson

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Rock Solid Answers

The Biblical Truth Behind 14 Geologic Questions

By: Michael J. Oard,John K. Reed,Aaron Hutchinson

NOW A POWERFUL CORE OF AUTHORS PROVIDES CLEAR, COMPELLING, AND COMPREHENSIVE EVIDENCE AND ANSWERS FOR SOME OF THE MOST COMMON POINTS OF CONTENTION ON THIS ARGUMENT.

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My Revision Notes: AQA AS Geography

My Revision Notes

By: Michael Raw

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My Revision Notes: AQA AS Geography

My Revision Notes

By: Michael Raw

Get the best grades with My Revision Notes: AQA AS Geography; Manage your own revision with step-by-step support from former examiner Michael Raw and use specific case studies to improve your knowledge of geographical patterns, processes and changes. Get the top marks by applying geographical terms accurately with the help of definitions and key words and improve your geographical skills with self-testing and exam-style questions and answers. My Revision Notes will help you prepare for the big day: plan and pace your revision with My Revision Planner; use the concise notes to revise the essential information; use the examiner's tips and summaries to clarify key points; avoid making typical mistakes with expert advice; test yourself with end-of-topic questions and answers and tick off each topic as you complete it; practise your exam skills on exam questions then check your answers online and get exam-ready with last-minute quick quizzes at www.therevisionbutton.co.uk/myrevisionnotes.

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Compulsory Purchase and Compensation in Ireland

Law and Practice

By: James Macken,Eamon Galligan,Michael McGrath

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Compulsory Purchase and Compensation in Ireland

Law and Practice

By: James Macken,Eamon Galligan,Michael McGrath

Compulsory Purchase and Compensation in Ireland comprises a comprehensive inventory of compulsory purchase powers by various State and semi-State bodies in Ireland, together with a detailed and practical analysis of the law of compensation in respect of compulsory purchase.Divided into two highly practical sections, this 2nd edition key title provides the busy practitioner with a comprehensive guide to the complex subject of compulsory purchase and compensation. Drawing on a wealth of learning and experience, the author will unravel the intricacies of the present law and practice, and clearly present the advice and guidance legal practitioners working in this area will require. Part one deals with the voluminous statute law governing compulsory purchase powers and procedures. Part two covers the equally important topic of assessment of compensation. A must-have book for all practitioners specialising in property and land law.

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A&C Black

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1845922301

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The New Weather Book

By: Michael Oard

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The New Weather Book

By: Michael Oard

A fresh and compelling look at wild and awesome examples of weather in this revised and updated book in the Wonders of Creation series! Did you know the hottest temperature ever recorded was 134° F (56.7° C) on July 10, 1913 in Death Valley, California? The highest recorded surface wind speed was in the May 3, 1999, Oklahoma tornado, measured at 302 mph (486 kph)! The most snow to fall in a one-year period is 102 feet (3,150 cm) at Mount Rainier, Washington, from February 19, 1971 to February 18, 1972! From the practical to the pretty amazing, this book gives essential details into understanding what weather is, how it works, and how other forces that impact on it. Learn why storm chasers and hurricane hunters do what they do and how they are helping to solve storm connected mysteries. Discover what makes winter storms both beautiful and deadly, as well as what is behind weather phenomena like St. Elmo’s Fire. Find important information on climate history and answers to the modern questions of supposed climate change. Get safety tips for preventing dangerous weather related injuries like those from lightning strikes, uncover why thunderstorms form, as well as what we know about the mechanics of a tornado and other extreme weather examples like flash floods, hurricanes and more. A fresh and compelling look at wild and awesome examples of weather in this revised and updated book in the Wonders of Creation series!

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Urban Problems (Routledge Revivals)

An Applied Urban Analysis

By: Michael Pacione

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Urban Problems (Routledge Revivals)

An Applied Urban Analysis

By: Michael Pacione

Urban problems and their resolution represent one of the major challenges for planners and decision makers in the modern world. This book, first published in 1990, makes a major contribution to the field, presenting an international and interdisciplinary approach to the challenges presented by the urban environment. The coverage is comprehensive, ranging from the economic and political dimensions of the capitalist system, to the issues of poverty and deprivation and questions about housing equity. This is an essential reference guide to social, economic and environmental problems in urban areas, which is of great value to students of planning, urban studies, geography and sociology.

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1134599293

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Archaeology

Basic Field Methods

By: Richard Michael Stewart

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Archaeology

Basic Field Methods

By: Richard Michael Stewart

Archaeology: Basic Field Methods introduces archaeological field methods and provides a basis for understanding the links between the nature of archaeological evidence, the recognition of that evidence in the field, and the techniques involved in the search for and recovery of archaeological evidence in a variety of settings. Outstanding Features: Provides a basic introduction to sediments, soils, stratigraphy, and geomorphology. Discusses ethical concerns and codes of professional conduct. Discusses cultural resource management (CRM) and its impact on the practice of field archaeology. Contains exercises and discussion questions at the end of each chapter.

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Land Use Scenarios

Environmental Consequences of Development

By: Alan W. Shearer,David A. Mouat,Scott D. Bassett,Michael W. Binford,Craig W. Johnson,Justin A. Saarinen,Alan W. Gertler,Julide Koracin

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Land Use Scenarios

Environmental Consequences of Development

By: Alan W. Shearer,David A. Mouat,Scott D. Bassett,Michael W. Binford,Craig W. Johnson,Justin A. Saarinen,Alan W. Gertler,Julide Koracin

Any alteration of the natural processes occurring on a piece of land will have expected as well as unanticipated effects, and those effects have little regard for arbitrary human boundaries. Consequently, it is not enough for land managers to consider only how they might maintain the parcels for which they are responsible; they must also anticipate

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1420092553

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Floods

By: Michael Woods,Mary B. Woods

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Floods

By: Michael Woods,Mary B. Woods

A flood can occur instantly, from ocean waves that wash over land. Or it can begin slowly, with a rainfall lasting many hours. Regardless, terrible disasters can occur whenever too much water rushes into or slowly gathers in the wrong place. Rushing water can sweep buildings off foundations. People must quickly leave their homes and possessions to seek safety. Some drown before they can escape. With dramatic images and firsthand survivor stories plus the latest facts and figures this book shows you flood disasters up close.

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Steelton

By: Michael Barton,Simon J. Bronner

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Steelton

By: Michael Barton,Simon J. Bronner

For much of the 20th century, the name Steelton represented a great industrial complex that stretched nearly four miles along the Susquehanna River near the state's capital of Harrisburg. Immigrants from all over Europe, particularly Slavs and Italians, worked with African Americans from the South at the Bethlehem Steel Company and gave Steelton its reputation for ethnic diversity, second only to its fame for industrial productivity. Catholics, Protestants, and Jews filled the town's various houses of worship, but the taverns on Front Street, across from the mill, were crowded too. The town's powerful athletes were often state champions, beating schools many times larger. The townsmen were all proud as well of their loyal service in U.S. forces in the two world wars. The vintage images in Steelton chronicle the history of this exceptional and diverse community.

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Arcadia Publishing

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Critical Systems Thinking and the Management of Complexity

By: Michael C. Jackson

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Critical Systems Thinking and the Management of Complexity

By: Michael C. Jackson

From the winner of the INCOSE Pioneer Award 2022 The world has become increasingly networked and unpredictable. Decision makers at all levels are required to manage the consequences of complexity every day. They must deal with problems that arise unexpectedly, generate uncertainty, are characterised by interconnectivity, and spread across traditional boundaries. Simple solutions to complex problems are usually inadequate and risk exacerbating the original issues. Leaders of international bodies such as the UN, OECD, UNESCO and WHO — and of major business, public sector, charitable, and professional organizations — have all declared that systems thinking is an essential leadership skill for managing the complexity of the economic, social and environmental issues that confront decision makers. Systems thinking must be implemented more generally, and on a wider scale, to address these issues. An evaluation of different systems methodologies suggests that they concentrate on different aspects of complexity. To be in the best position to deal with complexity, decision makers must understand the strengths and weaknesses of the various approaches and learn how to employ them in combination. This is called critical systems thinking. Making use of over 25 case studies, the book offers an account of the development of systems thinking and of major efforts to apply the approach in real-world interventions. Further, it encourages the widespread use of critical systems practice as a means of ensuring responsible leadership in a complex world. The INCOSE Pioneer Award is presented to someone who, by their achievements in the engineering of systems, has contributed uniquely to major products or outcomes enhancing society or meeting its needs. The criteria may apply to a single outstanding outcome or a lifetime of significant achievements in effecting successful systems. Comments on a previous version of the book: Russ Ackoff: ‘the book is the best overview of the field I have seen’ JP van Gigch: ‘Jackson does a masterful job. The book is lucid ...well written and eminently readable’ Professional Manager (Journal of the Chartered Management Institute): ‘Provides an excellent guide and introduction to systems thinking for students of management’

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1119118387

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Systems Approaches to Management

By: Michael C. Jackson

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Systems Approaches to Management

By: Michael C. Jackson

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Washakie County is a county located in the U.S. state of Wyoming. As of 2000, the population was 8,289. Its county seat is Worland.Washakie County was organized in 1911 and named after the head chief of the Shoshone people, Chief Washakie, who became an ally of the US Government.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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The Price of Climate Change

Sustainable Financial Mechanisms

By: Michael Curley

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The Price of Climate Change

Sustainable Financial Mechanisms

By: Michael Curley

The Price of Climate Change: Sustainable Financial Mechanisms presents a summary of the effects of global warming with specific emphasis on what these phenomena will cost and the price we must pay for trying to mitigate these processes. Some of these mitigation strategies include reducing our use of carbon by converting to non-carbon energy sources such as solar, wind, and nuclear, or lower-carbon sources such as natural gas. The book examines the financial implications of society adapting to the effects of climate change, including rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and desertification. Further, it addresses the costs to make buildings more resilient to climate change, such as flood considerations, improving durability against severe weather, bolstering insulation, and more. Sources of funding for any type of environmental projects, including those for climate change mitigation, are also examined. These include governmental budgets at the federal, state, and local levels, international development banks, international capital markets, and private funds. Features: Addresses global climate change issues from the standpoints of mitigation, adaptation, and resilience and the funding mechanisms for each. Describes different types of energy sources as well as their respective costs, including nuclear, solar, natural gas, and more. Examines the effects of agriculture on climate change as well as the potential ways it can be used to help mitigate the issue. The book’s straightforward approach will serve as a useful guide and reference for practicing professionals and can also be appreciated by the general public interested in climate change issues and mitigation strategies.

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1000441822

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Report on Costs and Benefits of Natural Hazard Mitigation

By: P. Michael Laub

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Report on Costs and Benefits of Natural Hazard Mitigation

By: P. Michael Laub

Experience at the Federal, State, and local levels during natural disasters, along with a growing body of research, has demonstrated that the losses from such events, in terms of life, property, and community resources, can be substantially reduced when mitigation techniques and technologies are applied. This report illustrates the comparative benefits and costs associated with the implementation of a variety of mitigation measures by governments and private sector entities. It identifies, through a series of case studies, the mitigation tools used to achieve cost-effective hazard mitigation benefits.

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The Lessening Stream

An Environmental History of the Santa Cruz River

By: Michael F. Logan

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The Lessening Stream

An Environmental History of the Santa Cruz River

By: Michael F. Logan

Newcomers to Tucson know the Santa Cruz River as a dry bed that can become a rampaging flood after heavy rains. Yet until the late nineteenth century, the Santa Cruz was an active watercourse that served the region’s agricultural needs—until a burgeoning industrial society began to tap the river’s underground flow. The Lessening Stream reviews the changing human use of the Santa Cruz River and its aquifer from the earliest human presence in the valley to today. Michael Logan examines the social, cultural, and political history of the Santa Cruz Valley while interpreting the implications of various cultures' impacts on the river and speculating about the future of water in the region. Logan traces river history through three eras—archaic, modern, and postmodern—to capture the human history of the river from early Native American farmers through Spanish missionaries to Anglo settlers. He shows how humans first diverted its surface flow, then learned to pump its aquifer, and today fail to fully understand the river's place in the urban environment. By telling the story of the meandering river—from its origin in southern Arizona through Mexico and the Tucson Basin to its terminus in farmland near Phoenix—Logan links developments throughout the river valley so that a more complete picture of the river's history emerges. He also contemplates the future of the Santa Cruz by confronting the serious problems posed by groundwater pumping in Tucson and addressing the effects of the Central Arizona Project on the river valley. Skillfully interweaving history with hydrology, geology, archaeology, and anthropology, The Lessening Stream makes an important contribution to the environmental history of southern Arizona. It reminds us that, because water will always be the focus for human activity in the desert, we desperately need a more complete understanding of its place in our lives.

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Irrigation Theory And Practice - 2Nd Edn

Theory and Practice

By: A M Michael

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Irrigation Theory And Practice - 2Nd Edn

Theory and Practice

By: A M Michael

It is a comprehensive treatise on Water Resources Development and Irrigation Management. For the last 30 years the book has enjoyed the status of an definitive textbook on the subject. It has now been thoroughly revised and updated, and thus substantially enlarged. In addition to the wholesale revision of the existing chapters, three new chapters have been added to the book, namely, Lift Irrigation Systems and their Design, Water Requirement of Crops and Irrigation Management, and Economic Evaluation of Irrigation Projects and Water Pricing Policy.

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8125918671

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Contemporary Business

By: Louis E. Boone,David L. Kurtz,Michael H. Khan,Brahm Canzer

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Contemporary Business

By: Louis E. Boone,David L. Kurtz,Michael H. Khan,Brahm Canzer

Contemporary Business, Third Canadian Edition, is a comprehensive introductory course. Rooted in the basics of business, this course provides students a foundation upon which to build a greater understanding of current business practices and issues that affect their lives. A wide variety of global issues, ideas, industries, technologies, and career insights are presented in a straightforward, application-based format. Written in a conversational style and edited for plain language, Contemporary Business ensure readability for all students, including students for whom English is their second language. The goal of this course is to improve a student’s ability to evaluate and provide solutions to today’s global business challenges and ultimately to thrive in today’s fast-paced business environment.

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1119501334

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Frozen in Time

By: Michael Oard

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Frozen in Time

By: Michael Oard

Earth's past is littered with the mysterious and unexplained: the pyramids, Easter Island, Stonehenge, dinosaurs, and the list goes on and on as science looks for clues to decipher these puzzles.One such mystery surrounds the now-extinct creature called the woolly mammoth. Author and meteorologist Michael Oard has studied the mammoth and its equally mysterious time period, the Ice Age, for many years and has come to some fascinating conclusions to help lift the fog engulfing the facts. Some of the questions he addresses include:What would cause the summer temperatures of the northern United States and European to plummet more than 50 degrees Fahrenheit?Why did mammoths become extinct across the entire earth at the same time as many other large mammals?Why are the mammoth carcasses found generally in standing positions?How could large lakes exist in what are today very dry, desert-like places?What was the source of the abnormal of moisture necessary for heavy snow?What caused the cold summer temperatures and heavy snowfall to persist for hundreds of years?In logical progression many other Ice Age topics are explained including super Ice Age floods, ice cores, man in the Ice Age, and the number of ice ages. This is one of the most difficult eras in geological history for a uniformitarian scientist (one who believes the earth evolved by slow processes over millions of years) to explain, simply because long ages of evolution cannot explain it. Provided here are plausible explanations of the seemingly unsolvable mysterious about the Ice Age and the woolly mammoths - Frozen in Time.

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9780890514184

Global Geomorphology

By: Michael A. Summerfield

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Global Geomorphology

By: Michael A. Summerfield

The plate tectonics revolution in the earth sciences has provided a valuable new framework for understanding long-term landform development. This innovative text provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of global geomorphology, with the emphasis placed on large-scale processes and phenomena. Integrating global tectonics into the study of landforms and incorporating planetary geomorphology as a major component the author discusses the impact of climatic change and the role of catastrophic events on landform genesis and includes a comprehensive study of surface geomorphic processes.

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Routledge

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1317885104

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9781317885108

Wiley Pathways Introduction to Emergency Management

By: Michael K. Lindell,Carla Prater,Ronald W. Perry

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Wiley Pathways Introduction to Emergency Management

By: Michael K. Lindell,Carla Prater,Ronald W. Perry

The recent devastation caused by tsunamis, hurricanes and wildfires highlights the need for highly trained professionals who can develop effective strategies in response to these disasters. This invaluable resource arms readers with the tools to address all phases of emergency management. It covers everything from the social and environmental processes that generate hazards to vulnerability analysis, hazard mitigation, emergency response, and disaster recovery.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0471772607

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9780471772606

Floods

By: Michael Allaby

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Floods

By: Michael Allaby

Presents information on these most damaging of all natural disasters from the perspective of basic meteorology and environmental science, including floodplains, aquifers, tsunamis, the cost of floods, and prevention.

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Infobase Publishing

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1438108656

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9781438108650

A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences

By: Michael Allaby

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A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences

By: Michael Allaby

This leading dictionary - now in its fourth edition - offers wide-ranging and authoritative coverage of the earth sciences and related topics in over 7,500 clear and accessible entries. Coverage includes geology, planetary science, oceanography, palaeontology, mineralogy, and volcanology, as well as climatology, geochemistry, and petrology. This new edition has been fully updated and 150 new entries added, with expanded coverage of geology and planetary geology terms. Over 130 line drawings accompany the definitions. The Dictionary also provides recommended web links which are listed and regularly updated on a dedicated companion website. Appendices include a revised geological time scale, an updated bibliography, stratigraphic units, lunar and Martian time scales, wind-strength scales, and SI units. This dictionary is essential for students of geography, geology, and earth sciences, and for those in in related disciplines.

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OUP Oxford

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0191078956

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9780191078958

What Ever Happened to the Wooly Mammoth

Life at the End of the Great Ice Age

By: Michael Oard,Beverly Oard

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What Ever Happened to the Wooly Mammoth

Life at the End of the Great Ice Age

By: Michael Oard,Beverly Oard

An exciting and engaging story about life in the Ice Age for Children

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New Leaf Publishing Group

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0890515085

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9780890515082

Systems Methodology for the Management Sciences

By: Michael C. Jackson

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Systems Methodology for the Management Sciences

By: Michael C. Jackson

The author thoroughly describes and analyzes the most significant systems methodologies-`organizations as systems,' hard, soft, cybernetic, and critical-and demonstrates the complementary strengths of different systems approaches.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1489926321

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9781489926326

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