Participatory Mapping Framework for Smart Web-GIS Disaster Monitoring in Slawi Urban Area, Tegal Regency

Abstract

Low community capacity followed by high vulnerability to disaster leads to an increased risk of disaster. The affected communities are an essential resource for managing disasters because of their experience. One of the steps that can be taken to reduce disaster risk in an area is to reduce its vulnerability and increase its capacity. In line with that, combining technology and community participation in the smart city concept could be a holistic solution. The use of technology for disaster monitoring generates faster and efficient disaster information that helps increase the community capacity in disaster risk management. This research aims to increase community participation in fulfilling the needs of disaster mitigation based on smart cities through GIS in Slawi, Tegal. This research used a quantitative descriptive method using Web-GIS framework for monitoring disaster by utilizing participatory mapping and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to obtain data of the community needs in study area. The results obtained were: a) the verified disaster-prone area map; b) The combination of community participation and technology for evacuation plan; c) systems needed for emergency response; and d) connecting key partners for information and funding the disaster recovery. The implementation of the framework helps in boosting the dimension of governance, people, environment, and living of smart cities.