Hurricane Sandy, which struck the U.S.’ Eastern seaboard last October, exemplified the use of social networks in disaster communications. Millions of residents were affected. For many, real-time information was provided through independent, citizen-generated Facebook pages like Jersey Shore Hurricane News and Twitter. “Harnessing the power of Facebook and Twitter, Jersey Shore Hurricane News was able to keep people informed in real-time — as events were unfolding,” said Justin Auciello,
who started Jersey Shore Hurricane News.
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The Socially Responsible Role of Social Media in Crisis Management
Posted by: Patrick Nelson March 5, 2013 05:00 AMHurricane Sandy, which struck the U.S.’ Eastern seaboard last October, exemplified the use of social networks in disaster communications. Millions of residents were affected. For many, real-time information was provided through independent, citizen-generated Facebook pages like Jersey Shore Hurricane News and Twitter. “Harnessing the power of Facebook and Twitter, Jersey Shore Hurricane News was able to keep people informed in real-time — as events were unfolding,” said Justin Auciello,
who started Jersey Shore Hurricane News.