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Although major destructive incidents on land often have received maritime response, waterborne rescue missions usually are not part of a larger plan. In this article the author points to several historic and recent events--including the September 11 terrorist attack on New York, the Indian Ocean tsunami, and Hurricane Katrina--that demonstrate the advantages and effectiveness of water-based response.

English

pp 23-25

2007-5

TR News

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Disaster preparedness; Disasters and emergency operations; Emergency management; Emergency transportation; Tsunamis; Water transportation

Hurricane Katrina, 2005; Terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001

Administration and Management; Highways; Marine Transportation; Planning and Forecasting

TRIS, TRB

Jul 24 2007 10:10AM

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