Introduction to Emergency Management 7th Edition

Introduction to Emergency Management, Seventh Edition – by George D. Haddow, Jane A. Bullock & Damon P. Coppola

A comprehensive guide to the principles, practices, and challenges of modern emergency management. Widely recognized as the go-to resource for students and professionals, this updated edition offers a deep dive into how disasters are managed, mitigated, and responded to in today’s complex, global landscape.

Key Features:

• Foundations of Emergency Management: Explains key concepts such as planning, mitigation, response, and recovery, providing a solid foundation for understanding the discipline.

• Climate Change Focus: Highlights climate change as a growing hazard and explores its increasing impact on disaster preparedness and response.

• Technology & Social Media: Covers the evolving role of technology and social media in crisis communication, coordination, and management.

• Updated Case Studies: Includes fresh case studies, real-world examples, and updated terminology throughout the edition.

• Professional Standards: Offers a clear overview of the standards, roles, and responsibilities within the emergency management profession.

Ideal For: Students, new practitioners, and professionals seeking a comprehensive, up-to-date understanding of emergency management in a rapidly changing world.