Natural Disasters: Some Empirical and Economic Considerations

G. Thomas Sav

Natural Disasters: Some Empirical and Economic Considerations

Wright State University

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Abstract

Losses resulting from hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and tornadoes are examined. The data will help individuals, communities, and the Federal government make better decisions as to how and what extent protection against disasters should be provided. The application of benefit-cost analysis for choosing the optimal level of protection against disasters is also discussed. Recommendations are made for further research in determining the economic feasibility of various techniques designed to mitigate the losses from disasters.

Original language	American English
State	Published - Feb 1 1974

Keywords

Natural Disasters
Economic Impacts
Floods
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Tornadoes
Economic Factors
Buildings
Benefit Cost Analysis
Optimization
Damage
Casualties
Planning

Disciplines

Economics
Social and Behavioral Sciences

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Natural Disasters: Some Empirical and Economic Considerations

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