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Full-Text Articles in Emergency and Disaster Management
Toward A Multi-Stage Model Of Hurricane Evacuation Decision: An Empirical Study Of Hurricanes Katrina And Rita, Shih-Kai Huang, Michael K. Lindell, Carla S. Prater
Toward A Multi-Stage Model Of Hurricane Evacuation Decision: An Empirical Study Of Hurricanes Katrina And Rita, Shih-Kai Huang, Michael K. Lindell, Carla S. Prater
Research, Publications & Creative Work
This study extended previous research by testing the Protective Action Decision Model (PADM) on hurricane evacuation decisions during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. An examination of this mediation model shows that a household’s evacuation decision, as predicted, is determined most directly by expected wind impacts and expected evacuation impediments. In turn, expected wind impacts and expected hydrological impacts are primarily determined by expected storm threat and expected rapid onset. Finally, expected storm threat, expected rapid onset, and expected evacuation impediments are determined by households’ personal characteristics, their reception of hurricane information, and their observations of social and environmental cues. These results …
Perceptions, Behavioral Expectations, And Implementation Timing For Response Actions In A Hurricane Emergency, Shih-Kai Huang, Hao-Che Wu, Michael K. Lindell, Hung-Lung Wei, Charles D. Samuelson
Perceptions, Behavioral Expectations, And Implementation Timing For Response Actions In A Hurricane Emergency, Shih-Kai Huang, Hao-Che Wu, Michael K. Lindell, Hung-Lung Wei, Charles D. Samuelson
Research, Publications & Creative Work
This study examined the perceived attributes, behavioral expectations, and expected implementation timing of 11 organizational emergency response actions for hurricane emergencies. The perceived attributes of the hurricane response actions were characterized by two hazard-related attributes (effectiveness for person protection and property protection) and five resource-related attributes (financial costs, required knowledge/skill, required equipment, required time/effort, and required cooperation). A total of 155 introductory psychology students responded to a hypothetical scenario involving an approaching Category 4 hurricane. The data collected in this study explain previous findings of untimely protective action decision making. Specifically, these data reveal distinctly different patterns for the expected …
Examination Of Common Errors Committed During Eoc Operations: A Content Analysis Study, Michael Kenneth Ryan
Examination Of Common Errors Committed During Eoc Operations: A Content Analysis Study, Michael Kenneth Ryan
Dissertations
One of the key aspects in the learning process, whether it is at an individual or organizational level, is the ability to recognize where errors occur. This is especially important in the field of public safety where small errors can present a serious threat to the safety of first responders and victims of disasters. Up to this point, there has been no systematic study to identify the most common errors that occur during emergency operations center (EOC) activations at the local level of government. Following the introduction, one chapter explores the history of emergency management and the difficulties local jurisdictions …
Barriers To Use Of Social Media By Emergency Managers, Linda Plotnick, Starr Roxanne Hiltz
Barriers To Use Of Social Media By Emergency Managers, Linda Plotnick, Starr Roxanne Hiltz
Research, Publications & Creative Work
Social media (SM) are socio-technical systems that have the potential to provide real-time information during crises and thus to help protect lives and property. Yet, US emergency management (EM) agencies do not extensively use them. This mixed-methods study describes the ways SM is used by county-level US emergency managers, barriers to effective SM use, and recommendations to improve use. Exploratory interviews were conducted with US public sector emergency managers to elicit attitudes about SM. This was followed by a survey of over 200 US county level emergency managers. Results show that only about half of agencies use SM at all. …
Behavioral Response In The Immediate Aftermath Of Shaking: Earthquakes In Christchurch And Wellington, New Zealand, And Hitachi, Japan, Ihnji Jon, Michael K. Lindell, Carla S. Parker, Shih-Kai Huang, Hao-Che Wu, David M. Johnston, Julia S. Becker, Hideyuki Shiroshita, Emma E.H. Doyle, Sally H. Potter, John Mcclure, Emily Lambie
Behavioral Response In The Immediate Aftermath Of Shaking: Earthquakes In Christchurch And Wellington, New Zealand, And Hitachi, Japan, Ihnji Jon, Michael K. Lindell, Carla S. Parker, Shih-Kai Huang, Hao-Che Wu, David M. Johnston, Julia S. Becker, Hideyuki Shiroshita, Emma E.H. Doyle, Sally H. Potter, John Mcclure, Emily Lambie
Research, Publications & Creative Work
This study examines people’s response actions in the first 30 min after shaking stopped following earthquakes in Christchurch andWellington, New Zealand, and Hitachi, Japan. Data collected from 257 respondents in Christchurch, 332 respondents in Hitachi, and 204 respondents inWellington revealed notable similarities in some response actions immediately after the shaking stopped. In all four events, people were most likely to contact family members and seek additional information about the situation. However, there were notable differences among events in the frequency of resuming previous activities. Actions taken in the first 30 mins were weakly related to: demographic variables, earthquake experience, contextual …
Exposure Path Perceptions And Protective Actions In Biological Water Contamination Emergencies, Michael K. Lindell, Jeryl L. Mumpower, Shih-Kai Huang, Hao-Che Wu, Charles D. Samuelseon
Exposure Path Perceptions And Protective Actions In Biological Water Contamination Emergencies, Michael K. Lindell, Jeryl L. Mumpower, Shih-Kai Huang, Hao-Che Wu, Charles D. Samuelseon
Research, Publications & Creative Work
This study extends the Protective Action Decision Model, developed to address disaster warning responses in the context of natural hazards, to “boil water” advisories. The study examined 110 Boston residents’ and 203 Texas students’ expectations of getting sick through different exposure paths for contact with contaminated water. In addition, the study assessed respondents’ actual implementation (for residents) or behavioral expectations (for students) of three different protective actions – bottled water, boiled water, and personally chlorinated water – as well as their demo-graphic characteristics and previous experience with water contamination. The results indicate that people distinguish among the exposure paths, but …
The Roles And Involvement Of Local Government Human Resource Professionals In Coastal Cities Emergency Planning, Stacey Cole Mann, Tanveer Islam
The Roles And Involvement Of Local Government Human Resource Professionals In Coastal Cities Emergency Planning, Stacey Cole Mann, Tanveer Islam
Research, Publications & Creative Work
Across the US, coastal cities are threatened by many different manmade and natural hazards. From oil spill to hurricanes, tsunamis or coastal flooding, these cities should be prepared for emergency situations and should have well-organized emergency plans for their citizens. As a department that has contact with local government employees, human resource (HR) professionals understand the concepts that are important in times of crisis, including benefits management, training and development, and compensation. From mitigation to recovery, employees are vital to planning and responding to an emergency, and in a time when local government is focused on serving its citizens, local …
How Does Climate Adaptation Affect Emergency Management?, Jonathan W. Gaddy, Elizabeth Clark, Jeffrey R. Ryan
How Does Climate Adaptation Affect Emergency Management?, Jonathan W. Gaddy, Elizabeth Clark, Jeffrey R. Ryan
Research, Publications & Creative Work
Recent reports from credible research groups suggest that climate change is a reality. The steady rise in extreme weather events over the past decade represents the leading edge of climate change. Climate-induced interactions within and between the natural environment and our human and constructed systems will not only exacerbate existing vulnerabilities but will create new ones. Emergency managers at all levels need to plan and prepare for climate adaptation challenges, which should enable communities to successfully weather the storm. The ability to adapt to the coming changes is dependent upon the actions we take today to create resilience and sustainability. …
Preparedness And Emergency Response Research Centers: Early Returns On Investment In Evidence-Based Public Health Systems Research, Shoukat Qari, David Abramson, Jane Kushma, Paul Halverson
Preparedness And Emergency Response Research Centers: Early Returns On Investment In Evidence-Based Public Health Systems Research, Shoukat Qari, David Abramson, Jane Kushma, Paul Halverson
Research, Publications & Creative Work
In today’s environment of an increased need to demonstrate the value of the federal investment in public health preparedness and response (PHPR), it is encouraging to see the results of the research conducted by the Preparedness and Emergency Response Research Centers (PERRCs), which were funded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).1 The research generated by the PERRCs represented in this special supplement of Public Health Reports, “Outcomes from the Federal Investment in Public Health Systems Research to Strengthen Preparedness and Response,” is not only impressive but also vital in adding to the evidence base for our …
Building Public Health Preparedness And Food And Agriculture Defense Capabilities Using Whole Community And One Health Concepts, Joseph S. Lombardo, Jeffrey R. Ryan
Building Public Health Preparedness And Food And Agriculture Defense Capabilities Using Whole Community And One Health Concepts, Joseph S. Lombardo, Jeffrey R. Ryan
Research, Publications & Creative Work
Emergency managers are embracing the Whole Community approach described in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) preparedness policy, doctrine, and guidance. The Whole Community approach entails broad collaboration and integration of effort among multiple disciplines and preparedness partners to coordinate solutions for all threats and hazards. Potential public health emergencies – to include foodborne and animal disease outbreaks – are issues on the emergency management agenda requiring such broad coordination. Scientists and public health practitioners across multiple disciplines describe a philosophy very similar to “Whole Community” known as “One Health,” linking efforts to address the shared threats to human, animal and …