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  • From Perception to Planning : Adaptation in Flood-risk Communities

    Creator:
    Gomez, Luis A.
    Abstract:
    This research asserts that flood risk perception of individuals living in floodplains influences their preparedness for taking actions to protect themselves from flood hazards. The results of this research are backed up by quantitative analysis of survey responses of individuals living in floodplains of Corvallis, OR in the USA. The...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    . Title: From Perception to Planning: Adaptation in Flood-risk Communities Abstract approved

  • Multi-hazard Damage and Loss Assessment of Bridge Networks

    Creator:
    Burns, Patrick O.
    Abstract:
    The overarching objective of this study is to examine and compare the vulnerabilities of bridges combining effects of earthquake-induced ground shaking, ground failure (e.g., landslides and lateral spreading), and tsunami inundation. A parametric study is performed to understand the sensitivity of economic loss and traffic capacity with respect to the...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    study is performed to understand the sensitivity of economic loss and traffic capacity with respect