Q6A · Describe the role of GIS in training and conducting drills considering any one type o…

Answer

Consider a river-flood evacuation drill. GIS helps convert a general plan into a realistic exercise for actual places.

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Diagram: GIS combines location-based layers for decisions. Labels: GIS combines location-based layers for decisions | GIS combines location-based layers for decisions | Hazard layer | Flood extent / slope / drought | Exposure layer | People, homes, roads, hospitals | Resources layer | Shelters, teams, water supply | Decision supported | Which places face danger? Who needs | assistance? Which route is usable? Where | should resources go? | Check data dates, accuracy and field reports; a map is decision support.

1. Construct a scenario. Show likely flood extent and depth and identify settlements that would need evacuation.
2. Map people and routes. Locate schools, hospitals, people needing assistance, roads and bridges; identify bottlenecks and alternate routes.
3. Select safe destinations. Check shelter location, accessibility and capacity and avoid routes crossing the forecast flood zone.
4. Allocate teams and resources. Assign wardens, transport, first-aid points and communication responsibilities to mapped areas.
5. Rehearse changing conditions. During the exercise mark a simulated bridge closure and require teams to select a safe alternative using the shared map.
6. Evaluate performance. Record movement times, coverage and unresolved assistance needs; update maps and plans. A shorter evacuation time alone is not success if people were left behind.