Download or read book Supplement to Floods in New Zealand 1920 53 District maps etc written by Soil Conservation and Rivers Control Council (N.Z.) and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book New Zealand s Worst Disasters written by Graham Hutchins and published by Exisle Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A full train plunges into a raging river at Tangiwai; the Wahine is tossed onto rocks at the entrance to Wellington Harbour; an Air New Zealand DC-10 plunges into Mt Erebus; an earthquake destroys Christchurch … disasters like these are known to all New Zealanders: they are part of our history. But New Zealand has experienced many less well-known disasters, some of them shocking and brutal. Graham Hutchins and Russell Young describe some of the most extraordinary events in New Zealand history. Who knew that a fire killed 39 people at Seacliff Mental Hospital in 1942? That 10 people died in a lahar on White Island in 1914? That a yacht race between Lyttelton and Wellington in 1951 resulted in 10 fatalities? That a tornado ripped through 150 houses in Hamilton in 1948? A fire raging through Raetihi in 1918 was so fierce it destroyed houses, shops and 11 timber mills. Drownings were so common here in the 19th century that they were called ‘the New Zealand death’. These and many other remarkable stories are told in this eye-opening book. While it describes accidents and tragedies, it also reveals acts of heroism. For when human beings make mistakes, others often achieve daring feats of rescue. Some of the stories show that we underestimate Mother Nature at our peril, but many also testify to the courage of the human spirit. Few books are genuine page-turners; this one is.
Download or read book Floods and Droughts written by M. Paul Mosley and published by American Society of Civil Engineers. This book was released on 1997-01-01 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Floods in New Zealand 1920 53 written by Soil Conservation and Rivers Control Council (N.Z.) and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the floods that have occurred in New Zealand between 1920 and 1953 and provides a ready reference to those who are concerened with the effects of flooding. Most of the technical flood data have been abstracted from departmental reports found in around 2000 files, from the comprehensive flood reports which most catchment boards now compile, from files of the Evening Post and other newspapers, and from the Parliamentary Library. It sets out all the known flood data of New Zealand with the aim that it will be of use to all engineers working on hydraulic problems and will also provide an incentive to them to collect in the future as much flood information as possible.
Download or read book Floods in New Zealand 1920 53 with Notes on some Earlier Floods With plates written by Soil Conservation and Rivers Control Council (N.Z.) and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Atmospheric Rivers written by F. Martin Ralph and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-07-10 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the standard reference based on roughly 20 years of research on atmospheric rivers, emphasizing progress made on key research and applications questions and remaining knowledge gaps. The book presents the history of atmospheric-rivers research, the current state of scientific knowledge, tools, and policy-relevant (science-informed) problems that lend themselves to real-world application of the research—and how the topic fits into larger national and global contexts. This book is written by a global team of authors who have conducted and published the majority of critical research on atmospheric rivers over the past years. The book is intended to benefit practitioners in the fields of meteorology, hydrology and related disciplines, including students as well as senior researchers.
Download or read book Disasters in Australia and New Zealand written by Scott McKinnon and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Disasters in Australia and New Zealand brings together a collection of essays on the history of disasters in both countries. Leading experts provide a timely interrogation of long-held assumptions about the impacts of bushfires, floods, cyclones and earthquakes, exploring the blurred line between nature and culture, asking what are the anthropogenic causes of ‘natural’ disasters? How have disasters been remembered or forgotten? And how have societies over generations responded to or understood disaster? As climate change escalates disaster risk in Australia, New Zealand and around the world, these questions have assumed greater urgency. This unique collection poses a challenge to learn from past experiences and to implement behavioural and policy change. Rich in oral history and archival research, Disasters in Australia and New Zealand offers practical and illuminating insights that will appeal to historians and disaster scholars across multiple disciplines.
Download or read book The November 1999 Queenstown Floods and Frankton Landslide New Zealand written by Julia Becker and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book New Zealand Disasters Our Response Resilience and Recovery written by Maria Gill and published by . This book was released on 2021-02 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspiring stories of courage, resilience and determination in the face of disaster. New Zealanders have endured phenomenal natural and human disasters throughout the ages. This inspiring book documents some of these key moments in our history and, more importantly, how we responded and grew stronger; what changes/improvements were made as a result. Cyclones, tornadoes, earthquakes, landslides, floods, volcanic eruptions, fires, plane crashes, pandemics and other disasters are just some of the many themes covered in this comprehensive, vibrantly illustrated account. Includes: Outcomes, Safety Tips, and What to Do in an Emergency.
Download or read book High Water written by Graham Hutchins and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the years since European settlement, New Zealand has experienced many severe floods. This book records and discusses most of the more remarkable deluges and inundations. Barely a corner of New Zealand has escaped a serious flood over the years - flooding is very much the "egalitarian" disaster.
Download or read book Flood Risk Management Research in New Zealand written by Helen L. Rouse and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book OECD Studies on Water Mitigating Droughts and Floods in Agriculture Policy Lessons and Approaches written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2016-01-18 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and magnitude of extreme weather events, notably of droughts and floods to which the agriculture sector is particularly exposed.
Download or read book Introduction to New Zealand written by Gilad James, PhD and published by Gilad James Mystery School. This book was released on with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New Zealand is a small country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It is made up of two main islands, the North Island and the South Island, as well as a number of smaller islands. Known for its stunning natural landscapes and thriving film industry, New Zealand is home to approximately 5 million people. The country has a diverse population, with the indigenous Māori people making up around 15% of the population. The official languages of New Zealand are English, Māori, and New Zealand Sign Language. New Zealand's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with dairy and meat exports being major industries. The country also has a thriving tourism industry, with many visitors drawn to its natural beauty and outdoor adventures such as hiking and skiing. New Zealand has a long history of environmental conservation, and is home to several protected areas including national parks and marine reserves. The country is also a leader in renewable energy, with around 80% of its electricity coming from renewable sources such as hydro and wind power. With its unique culture, stunning landscapes, and commitment to sustainability, New Zealand offers a truly special experience to visitors and residents alike.
Download or read book The State of New Zealand s Environment 1997 written by Rowan Taylor and published by Environment. This book was released on 1997 with total page 678 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpts from the larger work.
Download or read book Magnitude and Frequency of Floods in the Northland Auckland Region and Their Application to Urban Flood Design written by J. R. Waugh and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The New Zealand Journal of Science and Technology written by and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Droughts Cyclones Floods written by Don Garden and published by Australian Scholarly Publishing. This book was released on 2017-02-03 with total page 1045 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Droughts, Floods and Cyclones is the most comprehensive study of this phenomenon, examining the impact of a series of El Niño events in Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and French Polynesia in the second half of the nineteenth century.
