Assuming no prior knowledge in GIS or disaster management, this textbook guides readers through the basics of GIS and disaster management practice. Using a hands-on approach grounded in relevant GIS and disaster management theory and practice, it includes coverage of GIS basics, what GIS software can and cant do, GIS data formats,nbspand basic GIS functions . The book includes a series of real-life case studies that provide an understanding of the applicability of GIS to the complete disaster management cycle.
