Human casualties in earthquakes: progress in modelling and mitigation

Advances in Natural and Technological Hazards Research, Vol. 29:

This book (i) summarises current trends in the understanding of the factors influencing the numbers and types of casualties in earthquakes; (ii) offers methods to incorporate this understanding into the estimation of losses in future events in different parts of the world; (iii) discusses ways in which pre-event mitigation activity and post-event emergency management can reduce the toll of casualties in future events; and (iv) identifies future research needs. It is intended to scientists and professionals in engineering, geography, emergency management, epidemiology and the insurance industry.