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Whether a crisis or disaster is natural or man-made, effective communication strategies are needed no matter where it occurs. A great deal was learned about communication issues in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. After this disaster, thousands of residents in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana were without roads, electricity, or cell phone towers. Because of this, creative means of communication, both inside and outside the region, were needed. Agencies with satellite phones had no difficulty, but for most survivors this was not a possibility—it was difficult to make phone calls both outside and inside the region. One means of communicating, however, was successful for many—text messaging. But, of course, this required a digital phone with texting capability, which not all had access to. In order to reach survivors who did not have this capability, four-wheel drive vehicles or trucks were necessary because roads and bridges were destroyed. Transportation became a significant element for communication. Other less intense crises present communication issues as well. All crises involve an organizational plan that outlines how to communicate decisions and how to respond to the crisis. Media is almost always present, and they require communication that is rapid and accurate. Coombs (Crandall, Parnell, and Spillan, 2010) identifies uses of communication strategies for the various stages and types of disasters. Note : Hurricane Katrina is referenced many times in this course because so much was learned from mistakes made during and after that crisis. Crisis responders and those in charge of planning for crises learn from each and every incidence. For example, being sure to look out for vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, is now a priority because 13,000 died during an extreme heat wave in France in August 2003. Every crisis and/or disaster offers an opportunity to reevaluate what worked and what needs improvement for the next incidence. To prepare for this assignment: Review Chapters 7 and 8 in your course text, Crisis Management in the New Strategy Landscape, paying particular attention to the different considerations that should be taken during the beginning, middle, and end of a crisis. Also focus on the methods of establishing communications with various populations during a crisis. Review Chapter 6 in your course text, Crisis Intervention Strategies , and focus on how the telephone and the internet can be utilized as alternative forms of communication during a crisis. Review the article, "The Northridge Earthquake: Community-Based Approaches to Unmet Recovery Needs." Focus on populations whose needs were not met and think about how various communication strategies and community organizations might have resolved those unmet needs. Review the article, "Natural Disasters that Reveal Cracks in Our Social Foundation," and pay particular attention to suggestions and considerations for crisis planning. Review the article, "Cr.

and what needs improvement for the next incidence.
To prepare for this assignment:
Review Chapters 7 and 8 in your course text,
Crisis Management in the New Strategy Landscape,
paying particular attention to the different considerations that
should be taken during the beginning, middle, and end of a
crisis. Also focus on the methods of establishing
communications with various populations during a crisis.
Review Chapter 6 in your course text,
Crisis Intervention Strategies
, and focus on how the telephone and the internet can be utilized
as alternative forms of communication during a crisis.
Review the article, "The Northridge Earthquake: Community-
Based Approaches to Unmet Recovery Needs." Focus on
populations whose needs were not met and think about how
various communication strategies and community organizations
might have resolved those unmet needs.
Review the article, "Natural Disasters that Reveal Cracks in Our
Social Foundation," and pay particular attention to suggestions
and considerations for crisis planning.
Review the article, "Crisis Management in Real Time: How to
Successfully Plan for and Respond to a Crisis," and think about
the role of crisis communication plans and crisis management
teams in the management of a crisis.
The assignment: (2
-
3 pages)

Briefly describe alternative systems of and strategies for
communication that might be used during a crisis when normal
lines of communication are unavailable.
Then evaluate which systems and/or strategies might be most
effective and explain why.
Briefly describe the vulnerable populations that may need to be
reached during a crisis. Then explain potential strategies for
reaching and communicating with these populations.

Application: Communication Strategies and Processes Whether a crisis or disaster is natural or man-made, effective communication strategies are needed no matter where it occurs. A great deal was learned about communication issues in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. After this disaster, thousands of residents in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana were without roads, electricity, or cell phone towers. Because of this, creative means of communication, both inside and outside the region, were needed. Agencies with satellite phones had no difficulty, but for most survivors this was not a possibility—it was difficult to make phone calls both outside and inside the region. One means of communicating, however, was successful for many—text messaging. But, of course, this required a digital phone with texting capability, which not all had access to. In order to reach survivors who did not have this capability, four-wheel drive vehicles or trucks were necessary because roads and bridges were destroyed. Transportation became a significant element for communication. Other less intense crises present communication issues as well. All crises involve an organizational plan that outlines how to communicate decisions and how to respond to the crisis. Media is almost always present, and they require communication that is rapid and accurate. Coombs (Crandall, Parnell, and Spillan, 2010) identifies uses of communication strategies for the various stages and types of disasters. Note: Hurricane Katrina is referenced many times in this course because so much was learned from mistakes made during and after that crisis. Crisis responders and those in charge of planning for crises learn from each and every incidence. For example, being sure to look out for vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, is now a priority because 13,000 died during an extreme heat wave in France in August 2003. Every crisis and/or disaster offers an opportunity to reevaluate what worked and what needs improvement for the next incidence. To prepare for this assignment: Review Chapters 7 and 8 in your course text, Crisis Management in the New Strategy Landscape, paying particular attention to the different considerations that should be taken during the beginning, middle, and end of a crisis. Also focus on the methods of establishing communications with various populations during a crisis. Review Chapter 6 in your course text, Crisis Intervention Strategies, and focus on how the telephone and the internet can be utilized as alternative forms of communication during a crisis. Review the article, "The Northridge Earthquake: Community-Based Approaches to Unmet Recovery Needs." Focus on populations whose needs were not met and think about how various communication strategies and community organizations might have resolved those unmet needs. Review the article, "Natural Disasters that Reveal Cracks in Our Social Foundation," and pay particular attention to suggestions and consider ...

To prepare for this DiscussionReview Chapter 2 in your course.docx

rowthechang

To prepare for this Discussion: Review Chapter 2 in your course text, Crisis Intervention Strategies, paying particular attention to multicultural perspectives and considerations Review the article, “Psychological Assessment of Children in Disasters and Emergencies,” and focus on the special issues related to assessing the needs of children and adolescents after a crisis. Also concentrate on the different psychological assessment tools that are appropriate for use with this population after a crisis. Review the article, “Natural Disasters that Reveal Cracks in Our Social Foundation.” Think about the ways in which a break down in services and communication can be avoided for the elderly population during crises like the 2003 France heat wave. Review the article, “The Transformation of Traditional Mental Health Service Delivery in Multicultural Society in California, USA That Can Be Replicated Globally,” paying particular attention to the necessity of mental health services as a top priority during crises. Review the article, “Vulnerable Populations in an American Red Cross Shelter After Hurricane Katrina,” and think about the ways in which the ‘Model of Vulnerable Populations’ helps address crises wherein people suffer from multiple losses in their communities. Also think about appropriate mental health obligations that should be taken into consideration when working with vulnerable populations during and after a crisis. Review the article, “Responding to Student or Teacher Death: Preplanning Crisis Intervention,” and focus on the importance of communicating with parents and students, as well as fostering a grieving process that facilitates healing after a student or teacher death. Reflect on your Application Assignment from this week and think about the alternative communication systems and strategies that can be used when assisting individuals who have experienced a crisis. Also think about the ways in which to reach and communicate with vulnerable populations in these same situations(Whether a crisis or disaster is natural or man-made, effective communication strategies are needed no matter where it occurs. A great deal was learned about communication issues in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. After this disaster, thousands of residents in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana were without roads, electricity, or cell phone towers. Because of this, creative means of communication, both inside and outside the region, were needed. Agencies with satellite phones had no difficulty, but for most survivors this was not a possibility—it was difficult to make phone calls both outside and inside the region. One means of communicating, however, was successful for many—text messaging. But, of course, this required a digital phone with texting capability, which not all had access to. In order to reach survivors who did not have this capability, four-wheel drive vehicles or trucks were necessary because roads and bridges were destroyed. Tr ...

Disaster Management Systems: Building Capacity for Developing Countries and ...

Connie White

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Disaster communications for response and recovery are multifaceted. .docx

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Disaster communications for response and recovery are multifaceted. Warning signs, distress alerts, and even the use of mobile-to-mobile applications have changed the way preparedness activities are conveyed. In order to communicate response and recovery efforts, you must also establish a context for implementing preparedness. This is where the development of communication networks comes into play. Since the 1980s, news coverage and broadcasts of emergencies and major disasters have increased dramatically. The proliferation of media coverage of emergencies and major disasters not only serves to educate the public, but also to extend public scrutiny of the response efforts beyond those just in the disaster area. Consequently, the skill set of emergency managers extends beyond traditional methods of preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies and disasters. Emergency managers must become proficient in disaster communications. Establishing communication networks—such as distress hotlines, warning messages displayed on the television or radio, and even text messages or print warnings on electronic devices—holds immense potential for communicating the urgency of disaster response and recovery. Effectively communicating response efforts, assuaging public criticism, and amassing support for continued relief are essential methods of ensuring a smooth transition from response to recovery. For this Discussion, review the Learning Resources for this week. Consider the role of technology, science, and engineering in disaster communications. Post an explanation of the role of technology, science, and engineering in disaster communications. Provide at least two specific examples of communications in your region and how technology, science, or engineering played a role. Be sure to use the Learning Resources and current literature to support your response Huder, R. C. (2012). Disaster operations and decision making . Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons. Chapter 6, “The Press, Friend and Foe” (pp. 111–126) Chapter 7, “The National Incident Management System and the Incident Command System” (pp. 127–158) Phillips, B. D. (2015). Disaster recovery (2nd ed.). Boca Raton, FL: Taylor & Francis Group. Chapter 10, “Social Psychological Recovery” (pp. 305-338) Sylves, R. (2015). Disaster policy and politics: Emergency management and homeland security (2nd ed.). Washington, DC: CQ Press. Chapter 5, “The Role of Scientists and Engineers” (pp. 126-152) .

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mary772

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Read the following scenariosIn 1979, the Three Mile Island nucl.docx

niraj57

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Please reply to this student post. APA short answerHurricane And

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Professor Eric K. Noji, M.D., MPH, DTMH(Lon), FRCP(UK)hon

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Neil Dufty

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Dr. Chris Stout

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