Bomb explosions, environment and health: a Nigerian experience
Abstract
Purpose
This paper seeks to describe the impact of a series of bomb explosions (Ikeja Ammunition Transfer Depot, Lagos, Nigeria) on the environment, health and psychology of the local communities.
Design/methodology/approach
Information was collected from reports in local newspapers, records and in‐depth interviews with residents and opinion leaders – affected sites were visited.
Findings
Finds that there was a lack of preparedness in dealing with each phase of the clean‐up operation: relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction.
Originality/value
Makes suggestions for incorporating a proper curriculum for emergency preparedness, mitigation and response strategies.
Keywords
Citation
Ana, G.R.E.E., Sridhar, M.K.C., Olakunle, E.O. and Gregory, A.U. (2007), "Bomb explosions, environment and health: a Nigerian experience", Disaster Prevention and Management, Vol. 16 No. 1, pp. 6-14. https://doi.org/10.1108/09653560710729767
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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