And its impact on tourism sector
Disaster management and recovery, both from manmade and natural causes, is a topic of increasing importance. Flood is an important aspect of natural disasters, particularly for the US, where it had shaped policy making. The impact of natural hazard in the tourism sector hasn’t been well understood, despite its stake in the regional and national economy. Tourism managers need to understand and prepare strategically for disasters, emphasizing more on reduction and readiness rather than response and recovery. Disaster planning and response policies need to be established at all levels, not just for tourism, but for the general well being ...
