Main Features
Explore EMERGE's Core Feature Set
Main Features
Hazard Heatmaps
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
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
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.