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| Titel |
The natech events during the 17 August 1999 Kocaeli earthquake: aftermath and lessons learned |
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S. Girgin |
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| Sprache |
Englisch
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| ISSN |
1561-8633
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In: Natural Hazards and Earth System Science ; 11, no. 4 ; Nr. 11, no. 4 (2011-04-21), S.1129-1140 |
| Datensatznummer |
250009345
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| Publikation (Nr.) |
 copernicus.org/nhess-11-1129-2011.pdf |
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| Zusammenfassung |
| Natural-hazard triggered technological accidents (natechs) at industrial
facilities have been recognized as an emerging risk. Adequate preparedness,
proper emergency planning, and effective response are crucial for the
prevention of natechs and mitigation of the consequences. Under the conditions
of a natural disaster, the limited resources, the possible unavailability of
mitigation measures, and the lack of adequate communication complicate the
management of natechs. The analysis of past natechs is crucial for learning
lessons and for preventing or preparing for future natechs. The 17 August
1999, Kocaeli earthquake, which was a devastating disaster hitting one of the
most industrialized regions of Turkey, offers opportunities in this respect.
Among many natechs that occurred due to the earthquake, the massive fire at the
TUPRAS Izmit refinery and the acrylonitrile spill at the AKSA acrylic fiber
production plant were especially important and highlight problems in the
consideration of natechs in emergency planning, response to industrial
emergencies during natural hazards, and information to the public during and
following the incidents. The analysis of these events shows that even the
largest and seemingly well-prepared facilities can be vulnerable to natechs if
risks are not considered adequately. |
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