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Decision-support systems for natural-hazards and land-management issues
Fact Sheet
2012-3001
Research at the USGS Western Geographic Science Center
By: Laura Dinitz, William Forney, and Kristin Byrd
Scientists at the USGS Western Geographic Science Center are developing decision-support systems (DSSs) for natural-hazards and land-management issues. DSSs are interactive computer-based tools that use data and models to help identify and solve problems. These systems can provide crucial support to policymakers, planners, and communities for making better decisions about long-term natural hazards mitigation and land-use planning.
Suggested Citation
Dinitz, L., Forney, W., and Byrd, K., 2012, Decision-support systems for natural-hazards and land-management issues: U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 2012-3001, 2 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/fs20123001.
ISSN: 2327-6932 (online)
Publication type
Report
Publication Subtype
USGS Numbered Series
Title
Decision-support systems for natural-hazards and land-management issues