Disasters 2.0: The Application of Social Media Systems for Modern Emergency Management

Emerging social media and Web 2.0 technologies will continue to have a great impact on the practice and application of the emergency management function in every public safety sector. This volume prepares emergency managers and first responders to successfully apply social media principles in the operations, logistics, planning, finance, and administrative aspects of any given disaster. Using real-life examples, the book demonstrates how to effectively apply social media technology to the next crisis, making it a must-read book for those charged with disaster management and response.