Response to Disaster combines the original research of author Henry
W. Fischer with the literature used today to describe behavioral
and organizational challenges commonly experienced before, during,
and after disasters. Actual problems are presented and compared to
those often misperceived to occur, know as disaster mythology.
Fisher examines case studies conducted during the post-impact and
long-term recovery periods of major and minor disasters worldwide.
He asserts that the role of the mass media assists in eliciting
needed help with an effective response, but also perpetuates
disaster mythology. Fisher presents striking comparisons between
the perception of disaster in the eyes of the general public, the
actual situations emergency responders face, and the way mass media
reporters broadcast information. Additionally, the problems
encountered by emergency response organizations are compared and
contrasted with general public and media perceptions of disaster
response. Fisher presents the response to September 11, 2001, the
south Asian tsunami, and hurricane Katrina in this comprehensive
third edition.
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