AP Disaster Management page figures in FB's global report
Hyderabad, March 10 (INN): Adding another feather to its cap, Andhra Pradesh government's AP Disaster Management Facebook Page has been stated as one of the best examples for managing disaster responses through Facebook in emergency situations.
Internet giant Facebook has carried out a study titled 'Prepare and Respond' to analyse how individuals, communities and governments globally use Facebook to respond to emergencies and act accordingly.
The Government of Andhra Pradesh through its AP Disaster Management Page on Facebook was used as a platform to alert people before the cyclone, took grievances/complaints/concerns and informed them about relief material availability during Hudhud.
The page was also used to post pictures of on-ground efforts of the Chief Minister and their entire administration along with the relief and rehabilitation efforts.
Through the AP Disaster Management Page, local Facebook communities were created through which relief efforts were monitored by various volunteer groups.
The report states AP government under Section 2 (Page 13) 'Tips for first responders and government agencies' stating how AP Disaster Management Facebook Page engaged public as part of its team and quickly connected the community to help people stay safe and informed.
The Facebook report also states examples of Disaster Prevention Page of Japan page, New South Wales Rural Fire Service page, Colorado Wildfire Information page and others across the world.
It also highlights how the #HudhudAP hashtag was successfully used widely across social media by people to promote the cause and seek help from the government.
News Posted: 10 March, 2015
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