GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN POST-EARTHQUAKE TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF INTEGRATION STRATEGIES AND APPLICATIONS

Managing transportation systems in the aftermath of earthquakes poses critical challenges that significantly impact emergency response operations and community recovery.Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which are tools for capturing, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data, have emerged as indispensable technologies for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of post-earthquake mobility management.This review paper explores the integration of GIS in addressing transportation challenges following seismic events.It examines the impacts of earthquakes on transportation infrastructure, evaluates the benefits and limitations of GIS applications, and identifies best practices and strategies for improving transportation system resilience.Additionally, the study highlights emerging trends and innovations in GIS technologies that have the potential to transform post-earthquake transportation management.Through a comprehensive analysis of case studies and scholarly literature, this paper aims to provide policymakers, practitioners, and researchers with valuable insights to support informed decision-making and foster the effective use of GIS in post-disaster contexts.