Jurnal Penelitian Medan Agama
MEDAN AGAMA, VOL. 15, NO. 2, DECEMBER 2024

Development of a Real-Time Data-Based Geographic Information System to Enhance Disaster Management: The Role of Media and Technology in Mitigation

Tarigan, M. Faisal Afiff (STIT Hamzah Al Fansuri Sibolga Barus (STIT HASIBA))



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Publish Date
30 Dec 2024

Abstract

In the digital era, information technology plays a crucial role in supporting disaster management. One of the increasingly utilized technologies is Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which enables interactive spatial data mapping. This study aims to design and develop a real-time data-based GIS system to provide up-to-date information, support rapid decision-making, and enhance early warning systems, thereby improving the resilience of Indonesian communities in facing disasters. The study employed the Research and Development (R&D) method to design a real-time data-based GIS system. The results indicate that this system enhances the effectiveness of disaster management in Indonesia. Based on trials, the system can deliver accurate and fast real-time data. For example, during a flood simulation, data on rising water levels and critical locations could be accessed in less than 30 seconds, enabling immediate mitigation measures. The system also fosters collaboration among government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and communities. During testing, 90% of participants reported that the interactive maps and evacuation route information helped them plan evacuation actions more effectively. This demonstrates that GIS technology not only supports emergency responders but also empowers communities by providing essential information for disaster preparedness.

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medag

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Religion Education Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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Jurnal Penelitian Medan Agama merupakan Jurnal yang diterbitkan oleh Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Medan, yang memuat kajian tentang Keislaman, baik tentang politik islam, pendidikan islam, hukum islam, perbandingan agama islam, komunikasi ...