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Lessons Learned: Social Media and Hurricane Sandy - June 2013

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This document provides an overview on how social media was used in preparation for, in response to, and in recovery from Hurricane Sandy (“Sandy”) in late October 2012. It also discusses processes identified by the first responder community as best practices; presents examples, themes in applications, and lessons learned; identifies gaps in technology, process, and/or policy; and offers points requiring further discussion.

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Lessons Learned: Social Media and Hurricane Sandy - June 2013 PDF 4.58 MB 06/01/2013
Last Updated: 01/12/2023
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