Mahapatra, Richard,

Beyond Tsunami. Richard Mahapatra and others. - Down to Earth, 2005. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Article 5, Science, 1522-3264; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2006. Originally Published: Beyond Tsunami, Jan. 31, 2005; pp. 26-36.

"Following the unparalleled tragedy that has killed over 150,000 across the world, particularly in Indonesia and Sri Lanka, tsunami is the new word on the world's mind. But something worse could happen. What is the state of our disaster preparedness? At one end is the scientific establishment, at the other, the administration on the ground. How prepared are they and how can we ensure that they act on time and do the needful? Are our systems up to it? Do we need to be part of a global combat network? With 22 states and union territories on the official list of disaster-prone areas, who's next? India cannot afford to take any more chances. We must be battle ready now." (DOWN TO EARTH) This article stresses the need for India to make disaster preparations for the future.

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Coastal zone management--India--Cyclones
Earthquake protection
Earthquakes--India
Emergency management
Natural disasters--Asia
Preparedness
Tsunami Disaster--South Asia (2004)

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