Data Integration and Web Mapping for Extreme Heat Event Preparedness

摘要: Heat waves are occurring more frequently and contributing to deaths. While the use of geographic information systems is widespread among emergency management disaster response professionals, incorporation new geospatial data sources tools has not proceeded at same rate with significant differences across contexts types hazards. This chapter highlights growing danger posed by heat health safety urban residents argues that as well enhanced integration sharing offer a promising way forward in addressing this issue.