Communicating Emergency Preparedness Strategies for Creating a Disaster Resilient Public |
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Author:
| Maloney, Erin K. Coppola, Damon P. |
ISBN: | 978-1-4200-6510-7 |
Publication Date: | May 2009 |
Publisher: | Auerbach Publishers, Incorporated
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $94.95 |
Book Description:
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The first book dedicated solely to the topic of pre-event communication, this volume considers the best ways to communicate disaster risk factors, response plans, and emergency procedures without fomenting panic or paranoia. The author provides an overview and history of public disaster preparedness education, and then discusses the design of a public education project and communication methods. This resource provides public administration officials, emergency coordinators, and...
More DescriptionThe first book dedicated solely to the topic of pre-event communication, this volume considers the best ways to communicate disaster risk factors, response plans, and emergency procedures without fomenting panic or paranoia. The author provides an overview and history of public disaster preparedness education, and then discusses the design of a public education project and communication methods. This resource provides public administration officials, emergency coordinators, and community leaders at both local and national levels with the background and the tools needed to plan, design, and carry out effective public disaster preparedness efforts.