Web 2.0 Technologies Useful in Emergencies 0

A group of social media enthusiasts is Queensland are developing a web 2.0 technologies designed to decipher the abundance of information that is streamed live during a disaster. Following the state's recent floods and cyclone, the importance of the instant availability of accurate information during a crisis became clear.

The site is being called the 'Emergency Wiki 2.0 Project', and it will provide comprehensive guidelines on how to harness the power of social media, including websites like Facebook and Twitter during an emergency. The group hopes to find the best way of reducing the risk of misinformation spreading during a time of high anxiety. The site will include case studies from recent disasters, as well as updates on emergency technology and tips on how to amplify an emergency message through social media.