Disaster reduction for sustainability: World Disaster Reduction Day, 1992

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1993

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Australian National University. Centre for Resource and Environmental Studies

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Canberra : Centre for Resource and Environmental Studies, Australian National University

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Traditionally our concept of 'natural disasters' focuses on sudden catastrophes such as floods, earthquakes and cyclones. To cope with these disasters and their often devastating consequences society has developed quick response support systems of rescue, welfare and financial assistance.

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Includes bibliographies.

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Disaster relief -- International cooperation, Natural disasters -- International cooperation, Pacific Area cooperation

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