Evacuation Science

🎉 Evacuation Science: A Wrap-Up Since Launch in July 2024 🎉 Since our launch in July 2024, the Evacuation Science page has become a hub for sharing 84 research papers on cutting-edge topics like disaster risk reduction, AI-powered evacuation models, and behavioral insights during emergencies. 🚨🌍 📅 Monthly Activity: We published an average of 17 posts per month. 📚 Top Journals: The plot below highlights the top 10 journals that contributed the most to our shared insights from July 2024. These journals have been instrumental in shaping our community's knowledge. 💬 Let’s Collaborate! Thank you for being part of this journey! 🙌 Got ideas to make this page even better in 2025? Share your thoughts below or send us a message (to Ruggiero (Rino) Lovreglio or Amir Rafe). 🙏 Spread the Word: Help us reach more professionals and researchers by resharing our posts! Together, we can drive innovation and knowledge in evacuation science. 🔔 Don't forget to follow #EvacPaperAlert for updates on the latest research in evacuation science. #EvacuationScience #DisasterRiskReduction #AI #FireSafety #TsunamiEvacuation #ResearchHighlights

Open access recordings of our webinar on "Decision-making and evacuation behaviour" by Dr Max Kinateder within the webinar series of the Human Behaviour in Fires permanent group of the International Association for Fire Safety Science (IAFSS): https://lnkd.in/dmcJFdBq With a special guest towards the end of the webinar 👍 Do not forget to like and subscribe to our channel 😊 : https://lnkd.in/dPZ-8kYh

#EvacPaperAlert: Understanding #evacuation Behavior During Wildfires: Exploring Key Factors Affecting Evacuee Behavior Just published on #FireTechnology 🚧 #toll_access paper (subscription or payment required). 🚧 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gEKTKrjP 🔥 New research sheds light on wildfire evacuation decisions! 🔥 A recent study explored how individuals choose their evacuation routes and destinations during a wildfire. 🔑 Key findings: - People respond differently to various evacuation triggers. - Destination choice, preparation time, and GPS usage all play a role in evacuation decisions. - Machine learning (#ML) algorithms outperformed traditional statistical models in predicting individual evacuation choices. 🤯 This means ML can be a powerful tool for emergency managers to simulate evacuation scenarios and develop more effective evacuation plans. 🗺️ The study even used ML to simulate evacuation decisions during the Tick Fire in California, highlighting the practical applications of this research. Let's use data and technology to keep communities safe! 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #WildfireSafety #EvacuationPlanning #MachineLearning #DataScience #EmergencyManagement

#EvacPaperAlert: Feasibility and effectiveness of vertical #evacuation of patients with chronic respiratory disease for tsunamis: A prospective study in a coastal area of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan Just published on #InternationalJournalofDisasterRiskReduction 🚧 #toll_access paper (subscription or payment required). 🚧 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/g_AN8HCb 🚨 New research highlights the importance of vertical evacuation for tsunami preparedness, especially for individuals with chronic respiratory disease! 🚨 A recent study in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, found that vertical evacuation to higher floors in buildings is more effective than horizontal evacuation, especially when starting evacuation later after an earthquake.  Key findings: - Patients with chronic respiratory disease can successfully participate in vertical evacuation. - Vertical evacuation provides more time to react to a tsunami threat compared to horizontal evacuation. - Starting vertical evacuation 20-30 minutes after an earthquake significantly increases the chances of success. This research emphasizes the need to incorporate vertical evacuation strategies into individual tsunami preparedness plans, particularly for vulnerable populations.  💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #tsunami #evacuation #preparedness #vertical #respiratorydisease #Okinawa #Japan #disastermanagement

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#EvacPaperAlert: Performance-based fire and #evacuation analysis for real-time response to shipboard fire incidents Just published on #OceanEngineering 🚧 #toll_access paper (subscription or payment required). 🚧 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gYMQDhcK 🔥 Real-Time Fire Safety: Revolutionizing Shipboard Emergency Response 🔥 This research explores the potential of performance-based safety assessments to revolutionize fire response on ships, addressing a critical gap in current onboard emergency systems. Key Findings: - Real-Time Insights: Integrating fire and evacuation models into a unified workflow enables real-time performance-based assessments during active ship operations. - Reduced Casualties: This technology can alleviate crew burden during emergencies and significantly reduce casualties caused by delayed responses. - Scalable & Accessible: A user-friendly, open-source system with streamlined components and practical guidelines makes this approach readily implementable. This research paves the way for a safer maritime future, providing valuable data for advancing fire safety management and potentially saving lives. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #maritimesafety #firesafety #emergencyresponse #technology #innovation #shipbuilding #research #prevention #safetyfirst 🚢🔥⛑️

#EvacPaperAlert: The Impact of Preschool Children Requiring Adult Assistance on #evacuation Efficiency Just published on #SimulationModellingPracticeandTheory 🚧 #toll_access paper (subscription or payment required). 🚧 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/g5VYZH67 🧒 Kindergarten Evacuation: Optimizing Safety for Young Children 🧒 This research explores how to best evacuate preschool children from kindergartens during emergencies, considering their unique needs and vulnerabilities. Key Findings: - Assistance Matters: The more children needing help, the longer it takes to evacuate, highlighting the importance of adequate staff support. - Guiding Strategies: A "front semi-circle" guiding approach proved most effective in speeding up evacuation compared to other methods. This agent-based model simulation provides valuable insights for kindergarten evacuation planning, helping to ensure the safety and well-being of young children during emergencies. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #kindergarten #childsafety #emergencypreparedness #evacuation #crowdmanagement #simulation #research #education 🏫🆘🧒

#EvacPaperAlert: What facilitated the successful #evacuations of patients on dialysis after the Great East Japan Earthquake and Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident? A qualitative analysis of facility staff experiences and perspectives Just published on #InternationalJournalofDisasterRiskReduction 🚧 #toll_access paper (subscription or payment required). 🚧 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gQdqm6Tw 🏥 Lessons Learned: Dialysis Care After the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake 🏥 This study sheds light on the unique challenges faced by dialysis facilities during and after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident. Key Findings: - Heavy Burden: Staff faced significant physical and mental strain during patient evacuation and transport. - Patient Vulnerability: Dialysis patients were particularly vulnerable during the disaster, highlighting the need for specialized disaster response plans. - Education & Preparedness: Staff emphasized the importance of disaster education and preparedness manuals for both patients and staff. - Collaboration is Key: Strengthening collaboration between dialysis facilities is crucial for effective disaster response. This research, based on interviews with 22 facility staff, provides valuable insights for improving disaster preparedness and response strategies for dialysis care in the future. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #disasterpreparedness #healthcare #japan #fukushima #dialysis #patientcare #emergencymanagement #lessonslearned 🇯🇵🏥🆘

#EvacPaperAlert: An integrated framework for analysing horizontal and vertical tsunami #evacuation. A case study of Iquique, Chile Just published on #InternationalJournalofDisasterRiskReduction 🚧 #toll_access paper (subscription or payment required). 🚧 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/gk9xAMBb 🌊 Tsunami Evacuation: A New Look at Vertical Escape 🌊 New research explores the potential of vertical evacuation (TVE) to high-rise buildings as a crucial strategy for mitigating tsunami risk, especially when horizontal evacuation isn't feasible. Key Findings: - High Urban Capacity: Agent-based modeling of Iquique, Chile, shows a high potential for safe tsunami evacuation, with TVE saving up to 85-90% of evacuees. - Time Savings: TVE can significantly reduce average travel times in critical coastal areas by 26-37%. - Density Challenges: High TVE adoption can lead to pedestrian congestion and bottlenecks, increasing vulnerability. - Hotel Case Study: The Terrado Cavancha Hotel can accommodate 2,000-3,000 evacuees, with fatalities below 15% in worst-case scenarios. - Bottleneck Identification: The study highlights potential indoor congestion points, providing valuable insights for building design and emergency planning. This research emphasizes the importance of considering TVE in tsunami risk mitigation strategies and offers crucial data for improving building design and evacuation protocols. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #tsunami #evacuation #verticalevacuation #disasterpreparedness #urbanplanning #emergencymanagement #riskmitigation #chile #iquique 🏢🌊🆘

#EvacPaperAlert: Understanding Hurricane #evacuation Behavior from Facebook Data Just published on #InternationalJournalofDisasterRiskReduction 🚧 #toll_access paper (subscription or payment required). 🚧 🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/g3DgYF4m 🚨 Hurricane Evacuation Insights from Facebook Data 🚨 New research using Facebook population data reveals key trends in evacuation behavior during Hurricane Ian. Key Findings: - Distance from shelters: Tracts farther from shelters saw higher evacuation rates. - Housing & Demographics: Mobile homes, older residents (65+), and older houses (built before 2000) were associated with higher evacuation rates. Conversely, higher homeowner and Hispanic populations correlated with lower rates. - Risk Zones: Evacuation rates were higher in high-risk zones compared to low-risk zones. - Lee County: This county, which suffered the highest Hurricane Ian death toll, had lower evacuation rates than Pinellas County. This study highlights the potential of Facebook data to provide real-time insights into evacuation patterns, aiding emergency management agencies in making informed decisions during hurricanes. 💡 Stay Connected: Don't miss out on any updates! Follow us on #X for more insights and exclusive content: https://lnkd.in/guNVuUfN #hurricane #emergencymanagement #dataanalytics #socialmedia #hurricaneian #evacuation #disasterpreparedness #publicsafety 🌪️📊🏘️