Logan Gerber-Chavez
Logan Gerber-Chavez , PhD

Professor of Disaster Studies  |  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide

Dr. Logan Gerber-Chavez is an emergency management planning expert specializing in compound hazard planning and work on climate justice and environmental justice in emergency management. She holds a Ph.D. in disaster science and management from the University of Delaware’s Biden School of Public Policy and Administration and M.S. and B.S. degrees in geography from the University of Oklahoma and Texas A&M University, respectively. She has worked as an advisor to the U.S. Geological Survey on emergency planning for the national parks system and is currently a professor of disaster studies at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide. She has conducted research on projects over a variety of topics, including international climate policy, green roofing technology, climatology and micrometeorology, business recovery in disasters, hurricane evacuation decision-making, maternal health and infant feeding in disasters, international natech disaster management, wetlands regulations for floodplain management, flood buyout programs, and various COVID-19 related projects. Dr. Gerber-Chavez has an awardwinning collection of disaster and climate-related fiction and nonfiction books. She is currently working on research projects on equity in government funding for emergency management, all hazard planning for remote locations, floodplain development, and climate justice.

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Preparing for Cascading and Compounding Disaster

Join us for a captivating session to better understand and prepare for cascading disasters—which refers to the sequential occurrence of multiple disasters that intensify the overall impact and complicate response and recovery efforts—and compounding disasters—which involve the simultaneous convergence of multiple hazards or crises. 

Drawing on data and research, we will examine the increased likelihood of cascading and compounding disasters in the future, explore the trends and projections that highlight the growing frequency and complexity of these events, and gain insights into the implications for disaster preparedness and response efforts. To illustrate the real-world impact of cascading disasters, we will share compelling case studies that will provide valuable insights into the complexities and unique considerations involved in managing cascading and compounding disasters. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a better understanding of cascading disasters and equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to prepare for and respond to these interconnected challenges.  

To explore more resources on how to helping communities before and after disasters, visit aia.org/disaster.

This session was recorded live on September 14, 2023.

1.00 LU|HSW
$30
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$45

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