Mountain Disaster Rescue Network Using GIS: Faster Response to Landslides & Emergencies

In the realm of disaster management, particularly in mountainous regions, the swift and efficient rescue of individuals is of paramount importance. Recognizing this critical need, we have embarked on a journey to develop a comprehensive rescue strategy utilizing MAPOG Map Analysis. Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach Through this innovative approach, we aim to devise a robust plan to expedite the rescue process in the event of landslides and other mountain-related emergencies.

Key Concept to Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach

To make mountain disaster management better, we’re doing a lot of things. We’re not just looking at how to rescue people quickly. We’re also learning from past projects, like “GIS Analysis in Urban Planning: Reshaping Transportation Future Insights of state/city“. This shows that GIS tools can help in different ways, not just for disasters. We’re also paying attention to military planning, like in “Make Routes for Military Aerial Planning- Through Bearing angle and Distance calculation – Online Route Compass“. We’ll also share the data we used at the end of this article. This is to make sure everyone can see what we did and understand it better.

Unlocking the potential of GIS Analysis for creating a Mountain Disaster Rescue Network is a simple process that empowers stakeholders to plan and execute effective rescue operations. 

Let’s walk through a step-by-step example of how we can conduct this analysis:

Step 1: Data Integration: 

Collating pertinent information including mountainous terrain, town locations, and road networks onto our GIS platform.

 1.Click On the “Add Upload” button and choose the “Add GIS Data” option.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Add GIS Data

2.Search the country name 

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Search the country

3.Add the Rocks, Road and Town point data. Click on the “Add” Option.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Add the layers
Step 2: Name the untitled map and Rename the layer: 

1.Here you have to name the untitled map 

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: untitled map

2.Rename the layer

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Rename the layer
Step 3: Risk Assessment: 

Employing sophisticated algorithms to identify areas susceptible to landslides and other natural disasters.

1.Click on the “Process Data” tool. And choose “Buffer tool”.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Buffer Zone

2.Here select the Layer and set the buffer range 20000 meter. Then click on the “Submit” button.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Set the range
Step 4: Response Time Analysis: 

Determining the duration required for emergency responders to reach vulnerable areas from nearby towns.

1. Click on the “Process Data” tool. And choose “Isochrones”.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Isochrones

2.Here select the Layer and set Duration. Then click on the “Submit” button.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Set the Duration
Step 5: Road Visibility Enhancement:

Enhancing the clarity and visibility of mountain roads on our maps to facilitate navigation for rescue teams.

1.Click on the “Action” button and choose the “Basic Style” option.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Basic Style

2.You can see the “Basic Style” Tool successfully opened on the right side of the screen. 

Here, change the colour and click on the “Save Style”.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Colour and width
Step 6: Dissemination of Information: 

Sharing the finalized rescue plan with relevant stakeholders to ensure widespread awareness and preparedness.

Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: share the map

Major Findings: 

  • Identification of high-risk areas prone to disasters like landslides through GIS analysis.
  • Optimization of emergency response times by calculating travel distances and considering terrain factors.
  • Improved visibility of mountain roads on maps to aid navigation for rescue teams.
  • Development of a comprehensive rescue plan integrating various data sources and analytical techniques.
  • Fostered collaboration among stakeholders to enhance preparedness and strengthen emergency response capabilities.
Creating Mountain Disaster Rescue Network: A GIS Approach: Final result

Domain and Industry:

Our work spans disaster management, benefiting governmental agencies, rescue groups, and communities in mountainous regions.

Through our GIS approach, we’ve developed a robust Mountain Disaster Rescue Network, enhancing preparedness and response capabilities. This ensures the safety of mountain communities and enables swift rescue operations during emergencies.

Explore the data further through our GIS Data product, uncovering valuable information for in-depth analysis and understanding.

  1. Rocks Point Data
  2. Road
  3. Town and City Point Data

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