http://library.wciu.edu/links/ Recent bookmarks posted to Latourette Library Internet Research Links 60 http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/dbc.nsf/doc108?OpenForm&emid=EQ-2005-000174-PAK&rc=3 Updates on relief efforts related to the major earthquake that struck in Pakistan-administered Kashmir on October 8, 2005, and affected India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Includes information about rescue efforts and relief, assistance from other countries admin Fri, 15 Feb 2008 07:39:49 +0000 asia charity resources earthquakes earthquakes: south asia geology natural disasters nonprofit resources relief relief web http://www.proventionconsortium.org/ Seeks to help developing countries 'reduce the risk and social, economic and environmental impact of natural and technological disasters on the poor.' Many articles on risk and disaster management. admin Sat, 13 Jan 2007 08:13:37 +0000 developing countries disasters emergency management natural disasters poverty risk management technological disasters the poor http://www.globalissues.org/TradeRelated/Development.asp This part of the globalissues.org web site looks at various aspects of development, sustainable development and how this relates to other issues such as poverty, inequality, and the environment. admin Fri, 08 Dec 2006 07:31:58 +0000 aids/hiv arms control arms trade biodiversity chechnya children climate change conflicts conservation consumerism consumption corporations disease east timor energy security environment extinctions foreign aid foreign policy genetic engineering of food geopolitics global issues global warming globalization health human rights indigenous people inequality international criminal court justice kosovo media middle east military expansion military expenditure nato natural disasters population poverty racism structural adjustment sustainable development third world debt trade war on terrorism water women's studies http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/animalspredict/ '... explores a variety of science-based explanations for unusual animal behavior observed prior to natural disasters.' (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Thu, 30 Nov 2006 02:14:49 +0000 animal behavior animals and disasters animals predict disaster? disaster preparedness and recovery disasters earthquakes environment infrasonic waves natural disasters tsunamis http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/world/2004/asia_quake_disaster/default.stm Information about the Asian tsunami, December 26, 2004. Has eyewitness accounts, death tolls, and more. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 07:53:52 +0000 earthquakes natural disasters survirs accounts tsunamis http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/english/intro.shtml Features a brief history of major hurricanes back to 1900, information about how hurricanes are categorized, the forecasting of hurricanes, disaster plan tips, and information about marine safety, storm surges, high wind, tornadoes, and inland floods. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:41:52 +0000 emergency management hurricanes natural disasters saffir-simpson hurricane scale http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/be_a_lifesaver_disaster_planning_can_save_your_pet_in_an_emergency.html Tips to ensure that your pets are safe from harm in the event of an emergency or disaster. Includes tips for evacuation in a major disaster and a supply checklist for pets, and information about preparing for daily emergencies. Also includes a video clip, a quiz, and a link to information about horse barn fires. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:41:36 +0000 animal welfare natural disasters pets http://www.digitaldivide.net/community/disaster-relief Created in response to the devastating December 2004 tsunami that hit South Asia. 'The space can be used for discussing the role that information and communication technologies (ICTs) can play in averting natural disasters and assisting relief efforts. Participants may also use it to share resources on relief work during times of crisis, as well as ICTs and emergency preparedness.' (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:39:12 +0000 disaster relief earthquakes emergency management natural disasters tsunamis http://www.firstgov.gov/Citizen/Topics/Asia_Tsunamis.shtml A collection of links related to the December 2004 earthquake and tsunami in Southeast Asia. Covers the welfare of U.S. citizens affected, general information and news, where and how to donate to relief programs, and general earthquake and tsunami information from government sites. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:39:08 +0000 disaster relief earthquakes natural disasters tsunamis http://tsunamihelp.blogspot.com/ This reader-contributed blog includes death tolls, relief efforts, links to aid organizations, and more. The quality of information on this blog may vary widely.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:38:59 +0000 earthquakes natural disasters tsunamis http://www.pbs.org/wnet/savageearth/tsunami/ admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:38:52 +0000 ' natural disasters tsunamis http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/south_asia/2005/south_asia_quake/default.stm Compilation of news and analysis about the earthquake that struck Pakistan-administered Kashmir.... Includes maps, photos, eyewitness reports, and background information. Has a discussion of the potential effect on the political relations between India and Kashmir.'. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:05:43 +0000 asia: earthquakes earthquakes earthquakes: south asia geology india: political foreign relations kashmir muzaffarabad natural disasters http://www.archives.gov/preservation/emergency-prep/disaster-prep-primer.html Has 'guidelines for general facilities preparation and response to a variety of events both natural (storms, floods) and man-made (hazardous material accidents)' to preserve books other paper-based materials. Also deals with problems (mold, flood damage, etc.).. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Thu, 09 Nov 2006 07:52:23 +0000 archival materials disaster preparedness: management and response emergency management flood damage floods hazardous material accidents libraries man-made disasters mold natural disasters preservation storms http://www.abag.ca.gov/bayarea/eqmaps/ Has 'shaking maps,' earthquake safety tips for home and business, how to drive after an earthquake or other disaster, and more. Has a children's section. Also information on landslides, erosion, and floods. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index) admin Thu, 09 Nov 2006 07:36:59 +0000 disaster preparedness driving earthquake safety tips earthquake zones earthquakes maps erosion floods games for children landslides natural disasters puzzles for children http://www.nationalgeographic.com/forcesofnature Explores four of the most destructive natural forces: hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanoes, and tornadoes. Includes a glossary and lesson plans.. 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