How has the use of technology changed the way that we respond to geophysical hazards

Drones

Allows rescue workers to safety analyze a situation before proceeding with their operations

Used to conduct search and rescue operations to provide information on hard to access locations

infrared cameras and advanced listening systems are able to find survivors from dangerous situations :

live-stream night footage, increasing the success of critical rescue efforts.

Social Media

App and Software

SOS can be shared so rescue crews can identify where to go

Read updates from officials account

Other Innovations

Cisco's Tactical Operations

Cloud-controlled Meraki technology, which established connectivity when a disaster hit

FEMA app

Gives a real life alerts

Emergency safety tips for over 20 types

Locate open emergency shelters

One Concern

Predicts and react to impacts of natural impacts

Multi-analysis of the critical infrastructure

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