Mashable: Prepare for Disasters Using Social Media
I’m in the habit of e-mailing myself tweets that I want to remember to write about on the blog. Last night, I sent myself three, which is a new record.
First, a post from Mashable, that serves as a mini-guide to how to prepare for a disaster using social media. As the writer says:
When it comes to natural disasters, modern technology is making it easier than ever to take control by creating your own emergency response system — no high pitched beeping required. There are tons of tools to help you create emergency preparedness plans, keep in touch during a disaster, and get your life back after one strikes.
Suggestions include:
- Using Google’s MyMaps to plan an escape route and family meeting place
- Using ICE app to store your emergency contacts and medical info
- Using this online guide to shut off your utilities
- Using the Emergency Radio app for breaking news updates
- Buying a multi-talented Red Cross radio
- Signing up for e-mail disaster updates from FEMA
- Storing important documents in the cloud
Check out the whole article with tons of helpful resources!
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It's amazing how social media can also be used to save lives! This is an amazing post and a lot of people should definitely see through the tweets and facebook statuses and utilize these sites for saving their lives
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