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Here's the latest from DISASTER RESEARCH  April 13, 1992

                DISASTER RESEARCH 88
                 TABLE OF CONTENTS:

1)  A Request from the Editor
2)  An Article from Canada
3)  $$$ Available (5 Sources)
4)  Some Folks Who Already Have $$$
    (Recent Grants of Note)
5)  The 1992 EENET Schedule

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                    A Request from the Editor

We have already received several requests for information about the
Netherlands earthquake. Any correspondence regarding this event - particularly
from network members in Europe - will be greatly appreciated.

For example, we received the following note from jort@fwi.uva.nl:

>As I heard early this morning The Netherlands suffered from the biggest
>earth quake in their history: 5.5 on the Richter Scale.
>As I was told from local media their were no lethal casualties but there
>was some damage done to buildings.
>Center of the quake was located 7 miles north of Roermond.

>Hope to see some more concerning this item in the next volume!

>Jort Okhuijzen
>University of Amsterdam
>Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Sciences
>Plantage Muidergracht 24
>1014 TV  Amsterdam
>The Netherlands
>Tel:  31205255200
>      31205256098
>Fax:  31205255101
>E-mail:jort@fwi.uva.nl      <== preferred
>jort@swi.psy.uva.nl
>jort@lri.uva.nl
>a471jort at hasara11.bitnet

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                    An Article from Canada

[Received the following from maurice@seismo.emr.ca]

In the October-December 1991 number of the "Emergency Preparedness Digest" of
Emergency Preparedness Canada, I, along with R. Du Berger and A. Stevens,
published the article "Reducing Public Aftershock . . . A Role for
Seismologists." The article explains how recent earthquakes of eastern Canada
(i.e. a region where they occur infrequently) have modified the way
seismologists communicate with the media and the general public.

This article is also available in french under the title: "Secousses
sismiques et chocs psychologiques: une double tache pour les sismologues."

I will gladly send a copy of this article to whoever requests it.

Maurice Lamontagne
Geological Survey of Canada
1 Observatory Crescent
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada K1A 0Y3

[Editor's note: We read this article when it first came out and commend it
highly to all DR readers interested in learning about a real world instance in
which scientists successfully communicated with lay persons to mitigate the
effects of disaster. Emergency Preparedness Canada's magazine, "Emergency
Preparedness Digest," is itself an excellent resource - one of the better
magazines on hazard management generally available. Copies may be received
regularly by writing Emergency Preparedness Canada, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
K1A 0W6.]

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                   $$$ Available (5 Sources)

1. For Earthquake Hazard Reduction Studies

The U.S. Geological Survey has issued Announcement 7860, inviting proposals
for grants for FY93 under the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program
(NEHRP). This year, the program will emphasize research concerning four
geographic areas: southern California, the San Francisco Bay region, the
Pacific Northwest, and the central U.S. The program continues to pursue four
elements: 1) understanding the earthquake source, 2) evaluating earthquake
potential, 3) predicting the effects of earthquakes, and 4) applying research
results. Approximately $8 million will become available. To obtain further
details, contact Thomas J. Holdsworth, USGS, Office of Procurement and
Contracts, Mail Stop 205C, 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston VA 22092.
**Proposals are due May 21, 1992**

2. For Climate Change Studies

The Divisions of Biological and Critical Systems, Mechanical and Structural
Systems, Electrical and Communication Systems, and Chemical and Thermal
Systems of the Directorate for Engineering of the National Science Foundation
are jointly supporting a research initiative entitled Engineering Research on
the Impact of Global Climate Change on Coastal Zones (ERCZ).

A change in climate may have a tremendous impact on coastal areas of the U.S.
and on many other parts of the world, triggering changes in sea level,
altering the frequency, duration, and intensity of hurricanes and storms, and
changing the magnitude of coastal surges and flooding. The NSF divisions feel
that it is essential to acquire new and improved knowledge for the assessment,
prevention, and mitigation of, and response and adaptation to, possible
drastic changes in coastal areas. The purpose of the ERCZ effort is to advance
the capabilities to predict, assess, and mitigate the effects of climate
change on coastal areas, coastal constructed systems and infrastructures.
Thus, the major critical research areas identified for this initiative are:
vulnerability of coastal areas to the action of natural and anthropogenic
forces coupled with possible global climate and sea level changes; effects of
these combined stresses on shorelines, estuaries, marshlands, barrier islands,
infrastructure, geosystems, and constructed systems; improved and new
adaptation measures to potential new coastal conditions; and improved and new
mitigation and modification techniques and procedures for minimizing impacts
of coastal zones under climate-induced changes.

Among the long list of appropriate topics for research listed by the NSF are:
methods for assessing wind, surge, sea level rise, erosion, and other damages;
retrofitting for flood, wind, storm surge; survivability of lifelines and
infrastructure; research and development of risk maps; and decision support
systems.

The divisions emphasize that the approach to the research should be
cross-disciplinary, and NSF indicates that three-year studies are encouraged.
Up to $5 million will be awarded over five years, with awards generally
ranging from $50,000 to $120,000 per year. Inquiries from persons interested
in the hazards aspects of this research effort should be directed to J.E.
Sabadell, Natural & Manmade Hazards Mitigation, National Science Foundation,
18th and G Streets, N.W., Washington, DC 20550, (202) 357-9780; fax: (202)
357-9803; e-mail: esabadel@nsf.gov. **Proposals are due May 15**

3. For Training Grants in Occupational Safety and Health

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and Centers
for Disease Control (CDC) recently announced the expected availability of
funds in FY93 for training grants in occupational safety and health. Any
public or private U.S. educational or training agency or institution that has
demonstrated competency in occupational safety and health is eligible to
apply. Approximately $11.5 million is expected to become available. To receive
additional information, call (404) 332-4561 and refer to Federal Register
Announcement Number 123. For technical assistance, call Adrienne McCloud,
grants management specialist at the CDC in Atlanta, GA, (404) 842-6630.
**Applications must be submitted by July 1**

4. For Studies of Psychological Consequences of Emergencies

The Emergency Research Program of the Violence and Traumatic Stress Research
Program, Division of Applied and Services Research, National Institute of
Mental Health is concerned with the immediate and long-term psychopathological
and stress reactions of victims, families, emergency workers, and other
community members involved with emergencies or catastrophic events, including
natural and human-caused disasters. Research in this area focuses on the
etiology, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of the psychological
consequences of exposure to emergencies. Priority is given to research on
immediate and long-term reactions; individual and environmental risk factors
associated with the development of psychological disorders; informal support
networks and coping mechanisms; and effectiveness of formal programs to
prevent and treat mental health problems. Information about research
priorities and grant application procedures can be obtained from Susan
Solomon, Chief, Violence and Traumatic Stress Research Branch, Division of
Applied and Services Research, National Institute of Mental Health, 5600
Fishers Lane, Room 18-105, Rockville, MD 20857, (301) 443-3728.

5. For Research on Seismic Rehabilitation of Structures

The Earthquake Hazard Mitigation Program, Division of Biological & Critical
Systems, Directorate for Engineering, National Science Foundation has
announced its continued support for a coordinated research effort in seismic
repair and rehabilitation of existing structures. This effort, now in its
third year, is specifically directed at promoting closer ties between research
and practice by facilitating transfer of knowledge and techniques through the
development of design guidelines or manuals applicable to U.S. practice.
Collaborative efforts between researchers and practicing engineers are
encouraged. The primary objectives of this program are to provide technical
information for realistic evaluation of the vulnerability of existing
structures for various levels of seismic excitation, and to develop and
document cost-effective construction techniques for repairing or strengthening
structures found to be hazardous. The research supported by this initiative is
intended to generate innovative, practical approaches and techniques that
could be used to increase the seismic safety of existing structures. The prime
concern of this initiative remains the reduction of seismic hazards among
structures designed without seismic provisions, or structures designed using
provisions less rigorous than current codes. A parallel issue is the
assessment or evaluation of existing hazardous structures. The principal
investigators of all projects supported under this initiative are expected to
contribute directly to the development of a comprehensive technical summary
document including design requirements and details for engineering practice.
Approximately $2.5 million will be awarded over five years. For additional
information, contact H.J. Lagorio, Program Director, Architectural and
Mechanical Systems, Earthquake Hazard Mitigation Program, National Science
Foundation, 1800 G Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20550, (202) 357- 9780; e-mail:
jlagorio@nsf.gov. **Proposals are due June 30**

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               Some Folks Who Already Have $$$
                    (Recent Grants of Note)

"Disaster Evacuation Behavior Among Transient Populations," National Science
Foundation, $307,878, 36 months. Principal Investigator: Thomas E. Drabek,
Department of Sociology, University of Denver, Denver, CO 80208-0209, (303)
871-2050.

"Disasters' Impact Upon Adults and Adolescents," National Institute of Mental
Health, $1,477,574, 36 months. Principal Investigator: Dean G. Kilpatrick,
Medical University of South Carolina, 171 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC
29425-0742, (803) 792-2945.

"Adult Psychological Functioning After Earthquakes," National Institute of
Mental Health, $50,000, 12 months. Principal Investigator: John R. Freedy,
Medical University of South Carolina, 171 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC
29425-0742, (803) 792-2945.

"Seismic Mitigation Strategies for Existing School Buildings Which Are Subject
to Earthquake Risk Throughout the United States," $219,541, 24 months.
Principal Investigators: David Hattis, Building Technology, Inc., 1109 Spring
Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910, (301) 588-5020; fax: (301) 587-5154 and
Frederick Krimgold, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University,
Alexandria Center, 1001 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2977, (703)
739-6090; fax: (703) 549-0532; bitnet: krimgold@VTVM1.

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                    The 1992 EENET Schedule

The Emergency Education Network (EENET), FEMA's satellite television training
network, has announced its schedule for the remainder of 1992. Some of the
upcoming teleconferences include:

Date and Time*                   Title

April 29                 Emergency Rescues: Yours or Theirs?
2:00-4:00 p.m.           Three Seconds That May Save Your Life

May 6                    How Effective is Your Fire
11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.     Prevention Program?

June 10                  Integrated Emergency Management Systems
11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.     (IEMS)

July 8                   Leadership in Public Fire Education:
11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.     Trends and Issues

August 19                FEMA's Emergency Management Response
11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.     Capabilities Demonstration

September 2              Urban Disaster Search and Rescue
11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.     Initial Response Strategies

October 21               Professional Development Series in
Emergency
11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.     Management-Trainer and Course Manager
                         Update

December 2               Earthquakes and Buildings
2:00-4:00 p.m.

*Eastern time.

EENET programs are broadcast on the satellite Galaxy 6. The transponder will
vary with each broadcast between 21 or 22, and the downlink frequency may also
vary. Audio frequency is 6.2/6.8 Mhz, located at 99 degrees west. All programs
are in the public domain and have no rebroadcast or reproduction restrictions.
To receive the EENET mailing list or obtain further information contact the
Emergency Education Network, National Emergency Training Center, 16825 South
Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727, (301) 447-1068; fax: (301) 447-1363.

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