Managing natural disasters: An analysis of technological advancements, opportunities, and challenges

Natural disasters (NDs) have always been a major threat to human lives and infrastructure, causing immense damage and loss. In recent years, the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters have highlighted the need for more effective and efficient disaster management strategies. In this c...

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Main Authors: Moez Krichen, Mohamed S. Abdalzaher, Mohamed Elwekeil, Mostafa M. Fouda
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Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2024-01-01
Series:Internet of Things and Cyber-Physical Systems
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Mohamed S. Abdalzaher
Mohamed Elwekeil
Mostafa M. Fouda
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description Natural disasters (NDs) have always been a major threat to human lives and infrastructure, causing immense damage and loss. In recent years, the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters have highlighted the need for more effective and efficient disaster management strategies. In this context, the use of technology has emerged as a promising solution. In this survey paper, we explore the employment of recent technologies in order to relieve the impacts of various natural disasters. We provide an overview of how different technologies such as Remote Sensing, Radars and Satellite Imaging, internet-of-things (IoT), Smartphones, and Social Media can be utilized in the management of NDs. By utilizing these technologies, we can predict, respond, and recover from NDs more effectively, potentially saving human lives and minimizing infrastructure damage. The paper also highlights the potential benefits, limitations, and challenges associated with the implementation of these technologies for natural disaster management purposes. While the use of technology can significantly improve NDM, there are also various challenges that need to be addressed, such as the cost of implementation and the need for specialized knowledge and skills. Overall, this survey paper provides a comprehensive overview of the use of technology in managing NDs and sheds light on the important role such technologies can play in NDM. By exploring the potential applications of different technologies, this paper aims to contribute to the development of more effective and sustainable disaster management strategies.
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spelling doaj-art-4c83019d5fc34a3abe2500c0fc158ef42025-01-27T04:22:33ZengKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.Internet of Things and Cyber-Physical Systems2667-34522024-01-01499109Managing natural disasters: An analysis of technological advancements, opportunities, and challengesMoez Krichen0Mohamed S. Abdalzaher1Mohamed Elwekeil2Mostafa M. Fouda3Al-Baha University, Al-Baha, 65528, Saudi Arabia; ReDCAD Laboratory, University of Sfax, Sfax, 3029, Tunisia; Corresponding author. Al-Baha University, Al-Baha, 65528, Saudi Arabia.Seismology Department, National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics, Helwan, 11421, Cairo, Egypt; Corresponding author.Department of Electronics and Electrical Communications Engineering, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Menoufia University., Menouf, 32952, Menoufia, Egypt; Corresponding author.Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Science and Engineering, Idaho State University, Pocatello, 83209, ID, USANatural disasters (NDs) have always been a major threat to human lives and infrastructure, causing immense damage and loss. In recent years, the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters have highlighted the need for more effective and efficient disaster management strategies. In this context, the use of technology has emerged as a promising solution. In this survey paper, we explore the employment of recent technologies in order to relieve the impacts of various natural disasters. We provide an overview of how different technologies such as Remote Sensing, Radars and Satellite Imaging, internet-of-things (IoT), Smartphones, and Social Media can be utilized in the management of NDs. By utilizing these technologies, we can predict, respond, and recover from NDs more effectively, potentially saving human lives and minimizing infrastructure damage. The paper also highlights the potential benefits, limitations, and challenges associated with the implementation of these technologies for natural disaster management purposes. While the use of technology can significantly improve NDM, there are also various challenges that need to be addressed, such as the cost of implementation and the need for specialized knowledge and skills. Overall, this survey paper provides a comprehensive overview of the use of technology in managing NDs and sheds light on the important role such technologies can play in NDM. By exploring the potential applications of different technologies, this paper aims to contribute to the development of more effective and sustainable disaster management strategies.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667345223000500Natural disastersManagementModern technologiesChallengesSurvey
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Managing natural disasters: An analysis of technological advancements, opportunities, and challenges
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Natural disasters
Management
Modern technologies
Challenges
Survey
title Managing natural disasters: An analysis of technological advancements, opportunities, and challenges
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Management
Modern technologies
Challenges
Survey
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