Integration of Media Sources for Situation Analysis in the Different Phases of Disaster Management: The QuOIMA Project

Gerhard Backfried, Johannes Göllner, Gerald Quirchmayr, Karin Rainer, Gert Kienast, Georg Thallinger, Christian Schmidt, Andreas Peer

Abstract: In this paper we describe work in progress on a cross-media content analysis approach and framework, which is currently being developed within the QuOIMA project. We describe the role of media, and how possible links between social and traditional media and terminology and communication patterns are envisioned to be connected to the different phases of a disaster model. The paper continues with a discussion of potential benefits for decision makers and planners and concludes with an outlook on further planned activities and developments.