Debris Flows/avalanches

Debris Flows/avalanches
Author: John E. Costa
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Total Pages: 248
Release: 1987
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0813741076

Debris flows and debris avalanches are among the most dangerous and destructive natural hazards that affect humans. They claim hundreds of lives and millions of dollars in property loss every year. These 17 papers pull together recent research into new methods for mitigating the loss of life and property.

Landslides/landslide Mitigation

Landslides/landslide Mitigation
Author: James E. Slosson
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Total Pages: 126
Release: 1992
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0813741092

This book provides a variety of case histories; methods to identify, quantify, and mitigate landslides; and recent legal cases affecting engineering geology.