IoT-Powered Disaster Management: Uses, Unresolved Problems, And Difficulties

This abstract presents an overview of the utilization of Internet of Things (IoT) technology in the realm of disaster management, highlighting its multifaceted applications, persistent challenges, and emerging complexities.The integration of IoT devices in disaster management systems has revolutionized preparedness, response, and recovery efforts by offering real-time data collection, analysis, and decision-making capabilities.Through sensor networks, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and wearable devices, IoT facilitates early warning systems, infrastructure monitoring, and situational awareness enhancement, significantly improving the effectiveness of disaster response operations.However, despite its promising potential, several unresolved problems and difficulties persist in the implementation of IoT-powered disaster management initiatives.These include issues related to data privacy and security, interoperability among heterogeneous IoT devices and platforms, limited scalability in large-scale disasters, as well as challenges associated with the integration of human and machine intelligence for decision support.Addressing these challenges requires collaborative efforts among stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, technology providers, and local communities, to develop robust frameworks, standards, and policies that ensure the ethical, reliable, and inclusive deployment of IoT technologies in disaster management contexts.This abstract underscore the importance of continued research, innovation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to harness the full potential of IoT in mitigating the impact of disasters and enhancing resilience in vulnerable communities.