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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS AS A TOOL FOR RISK ANALYSIS IN CRISIS MANAGEMENT
Abstract
The leakage of a hazardous substance poses a significant risk to the population and the environment. In the event of a technical equipment accident, a large amount of the substance can be released into the air, which is capable of contaminating a large area. For this reason, it is important to identify and register the facilities in which hazardous substances are located, and to analyze their potential impact on the surrounding area. For this purpose, it is possible to use geographic information systems, such as QGIS, which enable the processing, analysis and visualization of spatial data. Using GIS tools, it is possible to identify areas with facilities containing hazardous substances, simulate scenarios of their possible leakage and evaluate the extent of the endangered area. The analysis includes a combination of multiple spatial layers, such as residential areas, transport infrastructure, water resources and other relevant objects. The result of the GIS application is a map output showing potential threat zones, which can serve as a basis for crisis management, the creation of emergency plans and population protection planning. The use of GIS thus represents an effective tool for supporting decision-making processes in dealing with emergencies related to the release of hazardous substances.
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