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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the aftermath of a flood when a false rumor of a dam breaking spreads through a disaster-stricken community, leading to mass evacuation. The author explores the communication patterns surrounding the rumor, the factors determining who evacuated, and the denial process. The study provides valuable insights into human behavior under stress, with implications for disaster preparedness and response. By analyzing interviews with residents and officials, the book sheds light on the dynamics of rumor transmission and the psychological impact of disaster. Its findings contribute to a growing body of research on warning and communication in disaster situations, with practical implications for emergency management. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.