{"product_id":"2940014373630","title":"Disaster Preparedness Response","description":"The Author,Paul Lofton, wrote this book after he was over the years continually caught off guard by natural disasters. This is the main reason why he set out to research the specific steps one should take to prepare oneself and one’s family in case a disaster (natural or otherwise) takes place. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the author's sincerest wish that you never have to use the knowledge that you will find in this volume. But, in worst-case scenarios, it is hoped that the specialized knowledge contained in this book will help keep you and your loved ones safe from harm. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe live in a world full of all sorts of perils that can destroy your possessions, maim you or your loved ones for life and even take your life.  The book Disaster Preparedness Response was written to provide you and your family with the information you need to provide the best protection possible and best response actions when one of these calamities strike your world.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is written in an easy to read style and loaded with dozens of key tips and secrets.  The book is presented in two sections.  The first deals with natural disasters such as floods, earth quakes, landslides and much more.  The second section deals with disasters caused by man such as bomb threats, blackouts, biological assaults and more. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book can be utilized as a general information tool for disaster preparedness and response or as a quick reference for a particular hazard.  Each peril is first examined with informative descriptions that provide a basic understanding of the peril including their causes.  After the descriptions detailed instructions on advance preparations and important after actions are presented.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to the all the helpful information found in this book there are over 50 excellent references given at the end of the book that will greatly add to what is presented. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere is what you will find in this booK:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 1: Natural Disasters \u003cbr\u003e• Surviving a Flood \u003cbr\u003e• Flood Facts \u003cbr\u003e• Monitor Flooding in Your Area \u003cbr\u003e• Driving in Flooded Areas \u003cbr\u003e• Dealing with the Flood \u003cbr\u003e• When Earthquakes Strike \u003cbr\u003e• Earthquake Facts \u003cbr\u003e• How to Act During an Earthquake \u003cbr\u003e• Dealing with Deadly Heat \u003cbr\u003e• Monitoring a Heat Wave \u003cbr\u003e• The Best Practices During Heat Waves \u003cbr\u003e• First Aid Measures \u003cbr\u003e• Watch Out for Landslides \u003cbr\u003e• Preventive Measures \u003cbr\u003e• Safety Guidelines During a Landslide \u003cbr\u003e• Beating Wildfires \u003cbr\u003e• Pre-Wildfire Preparations \u003cbr\u003e• Handling an Actual Wildfire \u003cbr\u003e• Using Your Vehicle During a Firestorm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003ePart 2: Other Hazards \u003cbr\u003e• Blackouts \u003cbr\u003e• Pre-Blackout Preparations \u003cbr\u003e• Blackout Safety Guidelines \u003cbr\u003e• Safety During a Hazardous Materials Incident \u003cbr\u003e• HMI Safety Guidelines \u003cbr\u003e• Biological Warfare \u003cbr\u003e• Safety Guidelines During a Biological Attack \u003cbr\u003e• Terrorist Attacks \u0026amp; Explosives \u003cbr\u003e• Explosives Facts \u003cbr\u003e• Handling a Bomb Threat \u003cbr\u003e• Characteristics of Suspicious and Potentially Deadly Packages \u003cbr\u003e• Surviving a Blast\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eEmergency Kit \u003cbr\u003eReferences","brand":"Good Read Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47160737825008,"sku":"2940014373630","price":8.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940014373630_p0.jpg?v=1763607294","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940014373630","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}