Globally, awareness about early warning systems is increasing, particularly in the wake of tragic events, prompting a growing sense of urgency to enhance preparedness and response measures. Here are some recent examples related in the media:
Ghana: “Ghana is overdue for an emergency broadcast system” claims Tech Labari. “On October 7th, 2017, an offloading petrol tanker at a petrol station caught fire resulting in a large-scale explosion at the site at the Atomic Junction at Madina in Accra. The incident was first reported on social media and later received attention in mainstream media. Unfortunately, there was also a spread of misinformation online along with actual updates from the incident.”
Intersec is a global leader in national early warning and multichannel public alert systems, covering 30% of the EU population, 400 million people around the world, and supporting governmental agencies and mobile network operators in 50 countries. Intersec is a strong proponent of combining Cell Broadcast and Location-Based SMS to stay ahead of the crisis management curve. Through advanced algorithms, Intersec instantly computes and displays real-time population heatmaps to significantly enhance dynamic situational awareness, and triggers automated actions in line with each scenario ensuring swift and effective responses.