PARADIGMS OF HAZARDS
1. Behavioral paradigm
1.1 An emphasis on field monitoring & scientific explanation of
geophysical processes.
This aimed at modeling & prediction of damaging events & employed
advanced technical tools such as RS & Telemetry.
1.2 Despite an acknowledgement of the role of human perception &
behavior, an underlying commitment to physical & managerial
control was also present.
Often contain nature through environmental engineering works, such as
“flood embankments, avalanche sheds”.
1.3 The formulation of disaster plans & emergency response.