Sense of Place, Risk Perceptions and Preparedness of a Coastal Population at Risk (Faro Beach, Portugal): A Qualitative Content Analysis

Faro Beach, a heavily urbanized settlement in Ria Formosa, southern Portugal, is highly vulnerable to coastal hazards, namely beach erosion and overwashes caused by storms, that have resulted in house and road damage on several occasions. Despite the risks, local residents accept to live there. Four...

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Main Authors: Rita B. Domingues, Susana Costas, Saul Neves de Jesus, Óscar Ferreira
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Research Centre for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-being - CinTurs; University of Algarve 2017-09-01
Series:Journal of Spatial and Organizational Dynamics
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Online Access:http://www.cieo.pt/journal/J_3_2017/article1.pdf