The Geology of Haiti: An Annotated Bibliography of Haiti’s Geology, Geography and Earth Science
Summary — This document is an annotated bibliography focusing on the geology, geography, and earth sciences of Haiti. It was prepared by the Army Geospatial Center in response to the humanitarian crisis following the January 2010 earthquake to assist disaster engineers and emergency planners.
Key Findings
- Comprehensive bibliography on Haiti's geology, geography, and earth sciences.
- Prepared in response to the 2010 earthquake to aid disaster relief.
- Covers topics relevant to disaster engineers and emergency planners.
- Includes citations on topography, transportation, water, medical concerns, and security.
- Provides information on accessing cited materials through various libraries and services.
Full Description
This annotated bibliography, compiled by the Army Geospatial Center, provides a comprehensive overview of literature pertaining to the geology, geography, and earth sciences of Haiti. It was created in response to the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti in January 2010, aiming to support humanitarian efforts by the US Government and the Corps of Engineers. The bibliography covers a wide range of topics relevant to disaster engineers and emergency planners, including geology, geography, topography, transportation, water resources, medical concerns, and security. It also includes information on mining, agriculture, demographics, and infrastructure.