Usable Science 8 Early Warning Systems Do's And Don'ts Workshop Report

Report of a work workshop held 20-23 Oct. 2003 in Shanghai, China, sponsored by the Nat. Center for Atmospheric Research, the U.S. Nat. Science Found., the China Meteorological Admin.'s Academy of Meteorological Science, & the U.S. Nat. Oceanic Atmospheric Admin. The focus of the workshop discussion was centered primarily around research activities & experiences with hydrological & meteorological hazards & warning systems designed to alert at-risk people, communities, & governments. about the possible onset of those hazards & impact of those hazards. Participants represented a wide range of disciplines, countries, & professions in order to address the success & limitations of early warning systems in general. Illus.Glantz, Michael H. is the author of 'Usable Science 8 Early Warning Systems Do's And Don'ts Workshop Report' with ISBN 9780756744953 and ISBN 0756744954.