Technological advances have helped to enhance disaster resilience
through better risk reduction, response, mitigation, rehabilitation and
reconstruction. In former times, it was local and traditional knowledge
that was mainly relied upon for disaster risk reduction. Much of this
local knowledge is still valid in today's world, even though possibly in
different forms and contexts, and local knowledge remains a shared part
of life within the communities. In contrast, with the advent of science
and technology, scientists and engineers have become owners of advanced
technologies, which have contributed significantly to reducing disaster
risks across the globe.
This book analyses emerging technologies and their effects in enhancing
disaster resilience. It also evaluates the gaps, challenges, capacities
required and the way forward for future disaster management. A wide
variety of technologies are addressed, focusing specifically on new
technologies such as cyber physical systems, geotechnology, drone, and
virtual reality (VR)/ augmented reality (AR). Other sets of emerging
advanced technologies including an early warning system and a decision
support system are also reported on. Moreover, the book provides a
variety of discussions regarding information management, communication,
and community resilience at the time of a disaster. This book's coverage
of different aspects of new technologies makes it a valuable resource
for students, researchers, academics, policymakers, and development
practitioners.
