Mudslide Travel Blocks

The book emphasizes the necessity of proactive strategies for disaster preparedness and resilient infrastructure development, highlighting the importance of understanding rainfall intensity-duration relationships. Case studies from various geographical regions illustrate the effectiveness of different mitigation approaches. It progresses from fundamental concepts to geological foundations, hydrological processes, and mitigation strategies, culminating in a framework for integrated risk management.

This valuable resource presents data-driven analyses and practical guidance for engineers, environmental scientists, policymakers, and concerned citizens, offering insights into engineering solutions, land-use planning, and risk management. It addresses ongoing debates, such as the relative importance of natural and human factors in triggering mudslides, fostering informed discussion and guiding decision-making.