'Combining theory and experience, this two-volume set provides a comprehensive collection of new research from over fifty international researchers in the flood hazard field.' - MCEER Information Service News June 2001'This reviewer must express his admiration to Professor Parker...many will be grateful for his inspired leadership of this enterprise.' - Peter Rogers - Asian Disaster Management News, Vol. 6, No. 2, April-June 2000

• Part I. IntroductionPart II. Flooding as a human problemPart III. Measuring and evaluating the impacts of floodsPart IV. Strategies for addressing flood hazards and disastersPart V. Reducing vulnerability by managing residual risk through preparedness, warnings and insurancePart VI. Reducing exposure and vulnerability through regulation and other social processesPart VII. Examining the physical basis of floodingPart VIII. Enhancing the predictability of floodsPart IX. Lessons, directions and future challenges