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Main Features

Hazard Heatmaps

Heatmap Overlay

What it does: Creates visual maps that show dangerous areas in your community.

How it works: The system combines three types of information:

  • Hazard data - Where disasters have happened before
  • Population density - Where the most people live
  • Terrain information - The physical landscape (hills, valleys, coastal areas)

The output: Color-coded maps showing which areas are most vulnerable. Red zones mean high danger, while green zones are safer.

Why it matters: Emergency responders can see at a glance which neighborhoods need the most attention during a disaster.


Barangay-Level Insights

What it does: Provides detailed risk information for each barangay (the smallest administrative division in the Philippines, like a neighborhood).

How it works: Instead of looking at an entire city, the system zooms in to individual communities, giving you specific details about each barangay's unique risks.

The output: Customized risk profiles showing:

  • What types of disasters threaten this specific area
  • How many people could be affected
  • What resources are needed here

Why it matters: Every community is different. A coastal barangay faces different risks than a mountain barangay, so they need different preparation plans.


Data-Driven Recommendations

Clustering Algorithm

What it does: Uses smart algorithms to suggest where emergency responders should be positioned.

How it works: The system analyzes patterns in the data and groups similar high-risk areas together (called "clustering"). It then calculates the best positions for teams to respond quickly.

The output: Specific recommendations like:

  • "Position Team A in Barangay X to cover Zones 1, 2, and 3"
  • "Pre-deploy medical supplies to Location Y"

Why it matters: Instead of guessing where to put teams, responders follow data-backed strategies that maximize their reach and minimize response time.


Strategic Resource Allocation

Responder Allocation

What it does: Helps decision-makers figure out where to place teams, supplies, and equipment before a disaster hits.

How it works: Algorithms calculate optimal positioning based on:

  • Risk intensity
  • Proximity to vulnerable populations
  • Historical disaster patterns
  • Available resources

The output: A strategic deployment plan showing exactly where each team and supply cache should be positioned.

Why it matters: In emergencies, every minute counts. Having resources pre-positioned in the right places can save lives.


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