Natural disasters impact societal resilience from "summary" of Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies (20th Anniversary Edition) by Jared Diamond
Natural disasters have played a crucial role in shaping the resilience of human societies throughout history. When a natural disaster strikes, it can have far-reaching consequences that go beyond the immediate destruction of lives and property. The aftermath of such events can severely test the ability of a society to recover and adapt to the new challenges posed by the disaster. One of the key ways in which natural disasters impact societal resilience is through their effects on infrastructure. When critical infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and buildings are damaged or destroyed by a natural disaster, it can severely hamper the ability of a society to respond to the crisis and begin the process of recovery. In many cases, the extent of the damage to infrastructure can determine how quickly and effectively a society is able to bounce ba...
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