Article(print) World Affairs Online1989

Natural disasters and their economic and social impact

In: CEPAL review, p. 133-145

Jovel, J. Roberto

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Abstract

This paper identifies the effects of natural disasters on economic development and living conditions in the Latin American and Caribbean region. On the basis of quantitative analyses to assess the damage caused by the main natural disasters which have occurred in the region during the past 16 years, the author justifies the undertaking of preventive, planning and preparedness measures to reduce the impact of disasters

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