Spontaneous Planning after the San Bruno Gas Pipeline Explosion: A Case Study of Anticipation and Improvisation during Response and Recovery Operations

McEntire David A. (), Kelly Joshua, Long Laurie C. and M. Kendra James
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McEntire David A.: Emergency Administration and Planning, University of North Texas
Long Laurie C.: University of North Texas
M. Kendra James: University of Delaware

Journal of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, 2013, vol. 10, issue 1, 161-185

Abstract: The following article introduces the concept of “spontaneous planning” and examines its applicability in response to the September 9th, 2010, gas pipeline explosion in San Bruno, California. Our case study offers a detailed picture of the unique nexus between planning and improvisation, and argues that spontaneous planning may facilitate more effective post-disaster operations.

Keywords: planning; improvisation; spontaneous planning (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013
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DOI: 10.1515/jhsem-2012-0055

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