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Fig. 107: Current Location Data
Solution and Implementation Plan
To meet the above-said objectives, data analysis models were created locally and integrated with geospatial data of vulnerable communities. Geospatial maps were then prepared using the GRAM ++ algorithm interfaced with modern real-time communication systems. The developed system is now helping to send out advance alerts and warn vulnerable communities of any expected or anticipated weather phenomenon that could potentially damage their life and property.
Such advanced disaster warning alerts are now being developed and utilized using geospatial data gathered from various metrological information sources, followed by mapping as an overlay on specific geographic areas in India. The system is being used specifically by insurance firms based on a completely locally designed and built geospatial disaster warning system and has now been rolled out for one of the largest insurance companies.
Use of Geospatial Technologies
Geospatial technologies were extensively used in this project for mapping region-wise communities and their vulnerabilities. This Geospatial data was further analysed, modelled, visualised, and integrated with other ICT tools comprehensive system for meteorological data management, targeted warning system, and generating and managing weather-based alerts and forecasting.
Key Outputs
The key output of the project was the indigenous Automatic Weather Alert System (AWAS) that uses GRAM++ as its GIS backbone. This tool sends out advanced alerts and warns vulnerable communities of any expected or anticipated weather phenomenon that could potentially damage their life and property.
Outcomes Achieved
The web-based GIS system for automatic weather alert warnings against various natural calamities has proven effective for risk assessment and prevention. The solution can be easily extended to other natural calamities and disaster management scenarios, e.g., floods, forest fires, etc. for providing solutions across the globe.
Fig. 107: Current Location Data
Contact Information
Name of Contact Person: Designation: Organization Name: Email: Telephone: Deepak Choksi
Chief Technical Officer Bhugol GIS Private Ltd. deepak.choksi@bhugolgis.com +91 95940 87852
Alignment with the IGIF Strategic Pathways
S.no IGIF Strategic pathway Remarks
SP3 Financial The example of the Automatic Weather Alert System (AWAS) highlights the financial benefits that can be accrued using geospatial information management.
SP4 Data
SP9 Communication and Engagement The example showcases that proper management of geospatial information can deliver solutions for the benefit of society. The developed system is now helping to send out advance alerts and warn vulnerable communities about various metrological events. The solution is scalable to other geographies too. The tool sends out advance alerts and warns vulnerable communities of any expected or anticipated weather phenomenon that could potentially damage the life and property of people.
