When One Disaster Follows Another

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25250/thescbr.brk654

Keywords:

disasters, legacy conditions, emergency preparedness

Abstract

Disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires are increasing in frequency, and many locations are experiencing repeated disasters. Each disaster can create legacy conditions that affect the outcome of the disasters that follow. New research is helping to understand and predict these important legacies.

Author Biographies

Gary Machlis, Clemson University

Professor

Steward Pickett, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, NY, USA

Distinguished Senior Scientist

Original article reference

Machlis, G., Román, M. & Pickett, S. A framework for research on recurrent acute disasters. Science Advances 8, (2022).

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Published

2022-09-14

Issue

Vol. 8 No. 3 (2022)

Section

Earth & Space

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