Joplin Missouri’s Facebook page proved the value of social media as a central information hub after the tornado hit in 2011. Joplin Tornado Info shared vital information, answered questions, mobilized volunteers, coordinated logistics and “connected the dots” between needs and resources. Hurricane Sandy has further established the importance of social media for disaster relief and recovery. Facebook pages such …
Tag Archive: #Sandy
Nov
09
Sandy and Citizen Engagement Focus of DigitalGovU Webinar
During Superstorm Sandy, collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies helped share crucial storm information with citizens and across government. Two teams that integrated citizen engagement with crisis management to save lives are featured in the next DigitalGov University social media webinar. Please register today for “Case Study: How NOAA and Local Agencies Engage Citizen …
Oct
29
Quick and Effective Messages for #Sandy
Right now social media managers in government are doing critical work and providing an impressive collection of emergency information and resources to citizens — emergency warnings, targeted weather updates, Q&A, sharing shelter locations and more.
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