NYU GPH Journal of Public Health Disasters
A student-led journal driven by the latest research in public health disaster preparedness and management.
On March 23, 2005, the BP refinery in Texas City, Texas, exploded, causing 15 deaths and injuries in over 170 people. The explosion was caused by a tower that was overfilled with flammable hydrocarbons. However, poor safety and communication practices played a significant role in the incident.
Continue reading “Dagoberto Jameson’s Case Study on 2005 BP Refinery Explosion “
There have been growing concerns among health experts about the recent surge in Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) cases in the Northeast, a rare mosquito-borne virus with severe health risks. Health officials have reported infections in New York, Wisconsin, Vermont, and Massachusetts, and one death in New Hampshire, prompting warnings and curfews in certain areas.
Continue reading “Mosquito-Borne Virus, EEE, Health Raising Concerns in Northeast”
On August 8, 2023, a severe drought and high winds from Hurricane Dora caused wildfires to erupt in Maui. The fires left 102 dead, caused thousands to evacuate, and nearly completely destroyed the town of Lahaina. Nearly $5.5 billion in damages have been reported, making the event the most catastrophic wildfire in the U.S. in the past century.
Continue reading “Rachel Rosenberg’s Case Study on Hawaii Wildfires”
On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy struck New York City, causing 43 deaths, the evacuation of 6,500 patients from hospitals and nursing homes, and flooding of almost 90,000 buildings. While the global impacts of floods are well studied, the event was unprecedented for New York City, highlighting the need for improved preparedness for similar disasters.
Continue reading “Brianna Baez’s Brief on Hurricane Sandy Preparedness and Response”
The last century has brought a handful of global pandemics, including the Spanish Influenza, HIV/AIDS, and most recently, COVID-19. These events have deeply impacted the world’s welfare and infrastructure, highlighting the need for efficient pandemic preparedness and response measures.
Continue reading “Ritu Bhatt’s Brief on Pandemic Preparedness and Response”
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, specifically the Lower Ninth Ward. The catastrophic impact was due to the failure of the city’s levee and floodwalls, which led to 80% of New Orleans to be flooded.
Continue reading “Kristin Memoli’s Brief on Hurricane Katrina Preparedness and Response”
In this THIRA, Gallegos assesses the natural, technological, and human-caused threats and hazards in Nebraska, U.S. The natural threats include tornadoes, winter storms, drought, wildfires, and flooding. Prominent technological hazards include power grid failures, transportation accidents, water supply contamination, and agricultural accidents. Human-related hazards and threats include mass casualty, terrorist attacks, and cyberattacks.
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In this THIRA, Katsanes assesses the natural, technological, and human-caused threats and hazards in Nebraska, U.S. The natural threats include tornadoes, floods, severe winter storms, and hailstorms. Prominent technological hazards include hazardous material incidents, power grid failures, and dam failures. Human-related hazards and threats include terrorism, active shooter, and cybersecurity threats.
Continue reading “Kelsee Katsanes’ Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA) in Nebraska”
In this THIRA, Morris assesses the natural, technological, and human-caused threats and hazards in Hawaii, U.S. The natural threats include wildfires, volcanic activity, earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, and flooding. Prominent technological hazards include power grid disruptions and fuel spills. Human-related hazards and threats include military action and terrorism.
Continue reading “Olivia Morris’ Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA) in Hawaii”
In this THIRA, O’Connor assesses the natural, technological, and human-caused threats and hazards in Nebraska, U.S. The natural threats include tornadoes, flash and river floods, and severe thunderstorms. Prominent technological hazards include utility power outages, hazardous materials release, and dam failure. Human-related hazards and threats include cyber threats in agriculture, an increase in climate change impacts, and droughts.
Continue reading “Ameisha O’Connor’s Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA) in Nebraska”