Ahi Evran Üniversitesi İktisadi ve İdari Bilimler Fakültesi Dergisi

Yazarlar: Abdulla AL HMOUDI

Konular:Sosyal

Anahtar Kelimeler:Early Warning System (EWS),Preparedness,Natural hazards,Response

Özet: Natural Hazards can be unpredictable in their occurrence and impacts. Uncertainty such as this has emphasised the importance of preparedness measures and activities. But it can be challenging to coordinate resources, manpower, equipment and all emergency preparedness elements in an effective manner before the occurrence of any natural hazard. This study examines elements of Early Warning System, and application of unified approach informed by coordination theory and collaborative principle. The potential benefits of using a unified approach formulti-agency working for the deployment of early warning system are evaluated using the current practice of early warning system in Abu Dhabi and the multi-agency working in preparing for and responding to natural hazards in Abu Dhabi. Literature that explains concept of coordination and collaboration is examined, and cases of incidents in Abu Dhabi were also evaluated. Semi-structured interviews were conducted in six organisations involved in natural hazard early warning, preparedness and response in Abu Dhabi Emirates. The result showed limitedrisk knowledge, and fragmentedpractice in the way early warning, dissemination, communication and response capacity for natural hazards is conducted. The outcome emphasises the need to adopt coordinated and collaborative principles for the deployment of effective early warning system, preparedness and response to occurrence of natural hazards in Abu Dhabi, and UAE in general. Limited risk knowledge, and disjointed practice will also be improved as a result of using a unified approach.

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