Early crisis warning system using community engagement through social network sites in times of disaster

Alhloul, Abdelkarim (2023) Early crisis warning system using community engagement through social network sites in times of disaster. SCIENTIA ET SECURITAS, 3 (4). pp. 358-371. ISSN 2732-2688

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Abstract

Throughout history humanity has always faced different kinds of hazards endangering human lives and their proper- ties. Therefore, humans started to develop methods to help them reduce risks. Disaster management mostly depends on geographical information system (GIS) and disaster communication. One element of disaster communication is early warning systems (EWSs). EWSs one time used to use hazard bells, but they have developed over time. Our age is characterized by new ways of digitized communication. Social network sites (SNS) have brought advantages and challenges not only for the authorities involved in disaster communication but for the whole community. In this study we investigate the credibility and reliability of using SNS in EWSs through the case of the Dead Sea flashing floods of 2018. Results reflect which is more credible and we provide recommendations aimed at civil protection in Jordan.

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