NATURAL DISASTERS IN OCEANIA

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Natural Disasters in Oceania

From Chapter of book entitled "The Education for Natural Disaster Reduction ", prepared for Western Michigan University

Summary

Introduction

Definition of Oceania

Natural Disasters in Oceania

Earthquakes

Tsunamis

Volcanic Eruptions

Hurricanes and Storms

Hurricanes

Storms (Thunderstorms, Flush Floods and Landslides, Squalls, Tornados, Floods)

Other Natural Disasters (Avalanches, Hail, Cold spells, Droughts and ForrestFires, and Sea Surges)

International Protective and Preventive Measures (Warning Systems: Earthquakes; The International Tsunami Warning System; The Hurricane Warning System)

Planning for the Reduction and Mitigation of Natural Disasters in Oceania

Disaster Prediction

Disaster Risk Analysis

Public Education and Preparedness

Post-Disaster Recovery

The Role of Teachers and Educators in the Treatment of Injuries and Psychological Effects of Disasters

Psychological and Emotional Problems of Survivors

How Teachers and Educators can Assist in Mitigating Social, Emotional and Psychological Impacts of Disasters in the Community Conclusions and Recommendations

Bibliography and Useful Reference