Enabling ULB's to issue Localized Disaster Alerts overriding all apps and system settings
In urban areas, timely dissemination of localized alerts is crucial for ensuring public safety and effective disaster response. However, current communication methods often lack the ability to provide real-time, targeted alerts based on specific geographical locations and situational inputs. Existing alert systems often fail to penetrate through various applications and notifications, leading to critical delays in the dissemination of urgent information during emergencies. This results in delayed responses and can jeopardize citizen safety during emergencies.
The challenge is to create a robust system capable of sending localized alerts that override all applications on mobile devices, employing a combination of vibration, color-coded visual signals, and alarm sounds to capture immediate attention. This system must:
Integrate seamlessly with inputs from the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) to receive real-time updates on emergencies. (e.g., natural disasters like landslides, public health alerts).
Identify and target specific geographic areas affected by the emergency, ensuring that only those citizens who are directly impacted receive the alerts.
Implement a multi-sensory alert mechanism that utilizes vibrations, distinctive colour signals, and loud alarm sounds to ensure immediate awareness and action from recipients.
Guarantee that alerts are delivered even if mobile devices are in silent or do-not-disturb modes, effectively bypassing all standard app notifications.
Include features for user feedback (including GPS location) to evaluate the system's effectiveness and improve future alert processes.
By addressing these needs, the proposed system will enhance emergency responsiveness, foster public trust in disaster management efforts, and significantly improve overall community safety.
