This week, we will focus on how geospatial approaches and technologies can support the final phase of emergency management - recovery. After response efforts have ended, recovery efforts can begin in earnest. GIS and related geospatial tools can be used to plan near-term infrastructure repairs and to identify candidate organizations and communities to receive long-term aid and assistance through grants and infrastructure projects. Recovery projects frequently involve close interaction with disaster victims who want to rebuild and return to 'life as usual." This poses challenges and opportunities for geospatial practitioners and those who consume information from geospatial analyses. We will discuss these topics and others throughout this lesson.
The rebuilding or improvement of disaster-affected areas
By the successful completion of this lesson, you should be able to:
Lesson 6 is one week in length. To finish this lesson, you must complete the activities listed below.
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