Engineering for Disaster Resilience: Mitigating Risk and Impact
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, causing widespread destruction and devastation. From natural calamities like earthquakes and hurricanes to human-made incidents such as industrial accidents and terrorist attacks, the threat of disasters looms large over communities around the world. However, through the application of engineering principles and innovative technologies, it is possible to mitigate the risk and impact of disasters, making communities more resilient in the face of adversity. Understanding Disaster Risk Before delving into the role of engineering in disaster resilience, it’s essential to understand the concept of disaster risk....