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Terror by Rail is the compelling true story of a major catastrophic
event: the Amtrak 188 accident on May 12, 2015. After the accident,
Lynn's journey and passion for answers caused her to ask questions
about train safety and the bigger global issues that are challenges
of the rail. A must read for anyone who travels, lives, or works
near a rail system, Lynn's Terror by Rail is a wakeup call. As the
phrase goes: See Something Say Something, and Lynn is doing just
that! A born connector as a recruiter, puts the puzzle pieces
together, and readers are blown away by what could have been the
headline for that day had the story gone just 50 feet differently.
This story of a single mom's heartbreaking journey through hell and
back will give everyone facing challenges in their life a bit of
hope that nothing is permanent, and it is possible to come through
the pain to the other side.
Introduction to Emergency Management, Seventh Edition, sets the
standard for excellence in the field and has educated a generation
of emergency managers. This long-trusted resource provides a broad
overview of the key aspects of the emergency management profession.
Readers will gain an understanding of why the emergency management
profession exists, what actions its professionals and practitioners
are tasked with performing, and what achievements are sought
through the conduct of these various efforts. Students and new
professionals alike will further gain an enhanced understanding of
key terminology and concepts that enable them to work with
emergency management specialists.
Disasters can happen without warning and cause detrimental damage
to society. By planning and conducting research beforehand,
businesses can more effectively aid in relief efforts. The
Developing Role of Public Libraries in Emergency Management:
Emerging Research and Opportunities is an essential reference
source for the latest scholarly information on library engagement
in official emergency response and how these institutions can offer
community aid in disaster situations. Featuring extensive coverage
on a number of topics such as hazard analysis, mitigation planning,
and local command structure, this publication is ideally designed
for academicians, researchers, and practitioners seeking current
research on the role local businesses play in emergency response
situations.
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