The disaster return-entry process: a discussion of issues, strategies and future research
Disaster Prevention and Management
ISSN: 0965-3562
Article publication date: 26 January 2021
Issue publication date: 8 July 2021
Abstract
Purpose
Return-entry is understudied in the disaster science literature. This paper provides an overview of the return-entry process, identifies key factors informing the selection of return strategy, proposes a simple classification of return strategies and offers ideas for advancing research in this area.
Design/methodology/approach
This paper explores previous research and recent return-entry processes in order to advance understanding of strategies emergency managers employ and decisions they make when managing the return movement of evacuees home after disasters.
Findings
The paper offers new insights into the management of the return movement, proposes primary factors considered when developing return strategies and offers a framework for the selection of strategies utilized by emergency managers.
Originality/value
Given that return-entry is a burgeoning area of inquiry in disaster science, this paper advances knowledge and understanding of return-entry movements after disasters and outlines key research needs.
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Citation
Siebeneck, L.K. and Cova, T.J. (2021), "The disaster return-entry process: a discussion of issues, strategies and future research", Disaster Prevention and Management, Vol. 30 No. 3, pp. 369-383. https://doi.org/10.1108/DPM-07-2020-0243
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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