Principles of Emergency Management gives emergency managers an essential introductory text, and is the first book to approach this subject using core principles of emergency management. Particular emphasis is placed on Homeland Security, the development of national standards, and the evolving role of the emergency manager. The first chapter reviews the development of emergency management in the United States. The following chapters are each based on one of the principles of emergency management. The final chapter summarizes key points and considers future applications that could enhance the emergency management profession.