The First Mile of Warnings Means Putting People First

• 2024

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• Ilan Kelman; Carina Fearnley

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The article is about the importance of early warnings in disaster situations. It describes how putting people first can save lives by ensuring they get timely alerts and know what to do. The focus is on making sure everyone, especially those most at risk, understands the warnings and has a plan. By involving communities in creating these systems, it ensures that messages are clear and helpful. The goal is to make sure everyone stays safe when disasters happen by prioritizing communication and understanding for all people involved.

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Focus Areas: Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Community Participation; Disaster Planning; Public Health; Risk Management

Institutions: United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

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