1. The Development of Early Flood Monitoring and a WhatsApp-Based Alert System for Timely Disaster Preparedness and Response in Vulnerable Communities
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P. Kavitha, Yatheesh.K.C., Akash Anand, Sruthi Sreenivasan, Hashim Mohammed S, Naiwrita Borah, and Dhrubajyoti Saikia
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flood monitoring ,IoT ,cloud ,alert and notification ,Engineering machinery, tools, and implements ,TA213-215 - Abstract
Although many innovations have been achieved and natural disasters are well known to be extremely detrimental to persons and property, there is still no 100% assurance that alerts and real-time monitoring will work. Vulnerable communities sometimes relied on crude warning systems, such as flood gauges, observation towers, and local messengers, to deal with the unpredictable nature of floods. However, the effectiveness and reach of these strategies were constrained, leaving many people vulnerable to the disastrous effects of flooding. Therefore, the integration of cutting-edge technology and a system that is integrated and innovative overcomes the limits of conventional flood monitoring systems. The incorporation of WhatsApp, a widely used messaging service, into the flood monitoring and alerting process is a unique aspect of our system. We increase the reach and efficiency of our early flood warning system by combining standard SMS with WhatsApp messages. Additionally, our system includes sophisticated flood monitoring features that continuously monitor crucial parameters, including water levels. Administrators and authorized operators can respond quickly when the system sends alerts in reaction to aberrations from established thresholds. This invention bridges the gap between cutting-edge hardware and modern communication methods, representing a substantial advance in flood management technology. In conclusion, this research emphasizes how technology has the potential to improve catastrophe preparedness and response. It offers evidence of how innovation may be used to solve pressing problems and protect vulnerable areas from natural catastrophes, ultimately boosting resilience to flood events.
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- 2024
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