Disaster management system: Providing an effective communication mechanism and accessible data analysis in Ghana
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2018-04
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Abstract
Disaster is an unfortunate, yet common phenomenon in our world today. This
phenomenon stakes undesirable claims on lives, infrastructure and services alike. Those
affected both directly and indirectly must overcome challenges, not only during but also, after
the occurrence of disasters. Imperatively, it is always prefered to be better equipped to prevent
the disaster and avoid it altogether. Yet that is impossible as not all disasters are man-made.
Disaster management then must be up to the task to reduce consequences to the barest
minimum. This has not been the case in Ghana.
There is a great need for efficient communication channels and accessible data that will
greatly help to preserve lives and property in the country. This project focuses directly on
meeting this need. This paper outlines the various technologies and processes employed in
developing a disaster management system that has great potential in solving the said problem.
The application is an Android application with a simple and intuitive design. Challenges
encountered in the development process are also discussed. In addition, suggestions on future
work on this application are also given.
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Applied project submitted to the Department of Computer Science, Ashesi University, in partial fulfillment of Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, April 2018
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Keywords
Ghana, disaster management application, Android application