The natech events during the 17 August 1999 Kocaeli earthquake: aftermath and lessons learned

Natural-hazard triggered technological accidents (natechs) at industrial facilities have been recognized as an emerging risk. Adequate preparedness, proper emergency planning, and effective response are crucial for the prevention of natechs and mitigation of the consequences. Under the conditions of...

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Main Author: S. Girgin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2011-04-01
Series:Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences
Online Access:http://www.nat-hazards-earth-syst-sci.net/11/1129/2011/nhess-11-1129-2011.pdf