MEGACITY DISASTER RESPONSE Strategize Assistance in the Wake of Disaster
THE ASU ADVANTAGE
What happens when disaster strikes a megacity?
Building situational awareness with a unified approach
Large metropolitan cities present unique challenges to disaster assistance. The dense urban terrain limits land availability to establish aid camps, extreme weather conditions impact regular transportation routes within the city, and diverse populations seek refuge over limited resources.
The computational modeling and software integration behind this tool offer the backbone for informed emergency action. This model enables operatives to effectively manage multiple problem sources from an integrated perspective.
How can authorities strategize action? The Decision Theater’s Megacity Disaster Response model integrates prominent awareness factors into one operating framework. Armed with this tool, a response official can navigate: •
Possible transportation routes to hospitals, police stations and fire stations amid flooding in the streets
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Available land to build humanitarian assistance camps
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Potential conflict risks in the region
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Resource acquisition and distribution strategies during a shortage
