Browsing Jàmbá: 2019 Volume 11 No 1 by Title
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Traditional knowledge system in disaster risk reduction: exploration, acknowledgement and proposition
(OASIS, 2019)The last 60 years have witnessed advanced technological innovation for disaster risk reduction (DRR) with the invention of high-resolution satellite imagery, digital cartography and modern engineering building techniques ... -
Training on modified model of programme for enhancement of emergency response flood preparedness based on the local wisdom of Jambi community
(OASIS, 2019)The community’s role during a disaster within the first 24–72 hours before having government’s aid is crucial in making the condition under control in a timely manner. Disaster management institution, especially at local ... -
Using geographic information system to evaluate land use and land cover affected by flooding in Adamawa State, Nigeria
(AOSIS, 2019)The impact of natural disaster on land use and/or land cover (LULC) has emerged as a global phenomenon and is perhaps the most significant regional anthropogenic and natural disturbance to the environment. Natural disasters ... -
Vulnerability of growing cities to solid waste-related environmental hazards: the case of Mthatha, South Africa
(OASIS, 2019)The rising prevalence of the failure of fast-growing cities’ waste authorities to account for solid waste service function and provide effective solid waste systems poses serious environmental hazards and health risks. ...