Applied geomorphology for mitigation of natural hazards

Foreword. 1. Geomorphological Survey Maps Showing Classification of Flood-Stricken Areas. 2. Geomorphological Studies in Europe. 3. Validation of a Geomorphological Survey Map. 4. Relationships Between Geomorphic Units and Flood Types of River Basins. 5. Flooding in Semi-Frigid Zones. 6. Differences in Geomorphology and Flooding Between the Left and Right Banks of Rivers Along the Median Dislocation Line. 7. Estimation of Land Collapse in Japan's Mountainous and Volcanic Regions. 8. Japan's Coastal Lakes. 9. Flood Control in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya. 10. Determining Areas at Risk of Soil Liquefaction During an Earthquake. 11. Use of Geomorphological Land Classification Maps in Technical Assistance to Developing Countries. Appendix: Appended Tables 1-3. Appended Figure. References. Index.