THE ROLE OF COMMUNICATION WHEN DEALING WITH EMERGENCY SITUATIONS AND DISASTERS
THE ROLE OF COMMUNICATION WHEN DEALING WITH EMERGENCY SITUATIONS AND DISASTERS
Author(s): Andrei DragutSubject(s): Social Sciences, Economy, Communication studies
Published by: Regional Department of Defense Resources Management Studies
Keywords: emergency preparedness; disaster response; disaster relief; emergency management; communication; information;
Summary/Abstract: It is a well-known fact that when managing emergency situations and disasters there are many aspects to deal with, one of which is proper and efficient communication. This article stresses the importance of communication both when comes to preparing and dealing with emergency situations and disaster response.Communication can play a major role in making the public aware of possible risks and the need for adequate individual and community preparation, as well it may help inform the public on how to act, what steps everybody should take and what are the safe places after a disaster has struck.
Journal: Defense Resources Management in the 21st Century
- Issue Year: 11/2016
- Issue No: 11
- Page Range: 88-92
- Page Count: 5
- Language: English