THE EFFECTS OF HURRICANE CAMILLE ON INDUSTRY, PUBLIC UTILITIES, AND PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS

Abstract

The report describes the results of an investigation and a site inspection of the industry along the Mississippi Gulf Coast following Hurricane Camille. The investigation covered public utilities; selected samples of the manufacturing, chemical processing, and food processing industries; and public works, including debris removal. The major topics covered during the interviews were hurricane plans and preparations, emergency actions during the hurricane, damage inflicted, and restoration activities. The results are examined from the viewpoint of their relationship to civil defense and restoration efforts following a nuclear disaster. Conclusions are drawn hat relate to both hurricane and nuclear disasters. Recommendations are made on measures to reduce the effects of such disasters and on subjects warranting further study.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0708568

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People

  • Robert H. Black

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Civil Defense
  • Commerce
  • Contracts
  • Electric Generators
  • Electric Motors
  • Electric Power
  • Electric Power Plants
  • Electrical Equipment
  • Emergencies
  • Generators
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Photographs
  • Public Health
  • Public Utilities
  • Standards
  • Warning Systems

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  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Systems Analysis and Design