Real-time data and information fusion to support incident commander decision-making

This

Difference between the existing capabilities of responders and what was actually needed for effective and timely response.

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is about using different sources of raw data and turn them into actionable intelligence. This implies the ability to displaying simultaneously data from different origin first responders, but also external sources like critical infrastructure operators, local authorities, researchers.This poses challenges like the use of a unique GIS system with different formats and scales, data repository

Person or group of people that has its own functions with responsibilities, authorities and relationships to achieve its objectives.
Note 1 to entry: The concept of organization includes, but is not limited to, sole trader, company, corporation, firm, enterprise, authority, partnership, charity or institution, or part or combination thereof, whether incorporated or not, public or private.
Note 2 to entry: For organizations with more than one operating unit, a single operating unit can be defined as an organization.

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, storing, access and authorisation, data update.
 

The objectives are to increase situational awareness by a better understanding of the

Unstable condition involving an impending abrupt or significant change that requires urgent attention and action to protect life, assets, property or the environment.
 

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dynamics to support real-time

Actions taken during or immediately after a disaster in order to save lives, reduce health impacts, ensure public safety and meet the basic subsistence needs of the people affected.

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decision making and allow for a better anticipation The means to accomplish one or more tasks under specific conditions.

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References in the literature: the challenge to transform raw data is well documented in the literature, as well as the ability to re-use information from past similar events.