Select any disaster event reported in the news media or any other similar source in the last 24 months. It may be related to natural or man-made events. You are required to post an analytical review of this event based on the news reports and sources of information accessible to you. Your review should be around 2000-2500 words (excluding title, abstract- upto 200 words, and should address the following issues, as they relate to the Case Study (event) along with appropriate references and links to online materials used: Describe the hazard related to the event. Discuss the impact/ consequences. Discuss the key issues or weaknesses related to mitigation, preparedness, response, recovery, and risk communication/ warning. How do you enhance resilience to such events? What would you have done differently if you had been in charge – pre-event (mitigation); and post-event (response)? Use proper citation, and provide a brief abstract.
