Visual documentation of the 1984 Union Carbide gas leak in Bhopal, India, encompasses photographs and videos capturing the immediate aftermath, the suffering of victims, and the long-term environmental and health consequences. These... Read more »
A severely flawed survey process, resulting in inaccurate or unreliable data, can be characterized by various factors. These include, but are not limited to, sampling bias, poorly worded questions, inadequate sample size,... Read more »
The album A Common Disaster by the Canadian alternative country band Cowboy Junkies, released in 1996, marked a departure from their earlier, more mellow sound. Characterized by a heavier, distorted guitar presence... Read more »
A situation involving significant damage or disruption can meet specific criteria established by governing bodies to be formally recognized as such. For instance, exceeding a defined threshold of economic loss, impact on... Read more »
K2, the world’s second-highest peak, presents formidable challenges to mountaineers due to its extreme altitude, unpredictable weather, and technically demanding climbing routes. Tragic events, including avalanches, falls, and exposure, have punctuated the... Read more »
A planned exercise simulating a significant disruptive eventnatural or human-causedallows organizations to test response plans and identify vulnerabilities. For example, a simulated network outage can reveal gaps in communication protocols or data... Read more »
Fairness in the distribution of resources and outcomes related to disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation is a critical aspect of community resilience. For example, ensuring accessible evacuation routes for people with... Read more »
Recent maritime incidents involving passenger vessels can range from minor operational disruptions to significant events with substantial consequences, including environmental damage, loss of life, and economic repercussions. For instance, a mechanical failure... Read more »
A visual representation of global hazard distribution displays areas prone to various catastrophic events, such as earthquakes, floods, wildfires, and volcanic eruptions. These representations often employ different colors and symbols to indicate... Read more »
This concept refers to the phenomenon of economic actors exploiting crises, emergencies, or disasters to achieve financial gain. Examples include privatizing public services after natural calamities or profiting from wartime reconstruction efforts.... Read more »