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Using UAVs to assess disaster risk in Fiji and Tonga: Developing the capacity and readiness of Pacific island countries

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This document summaries the use of UAV technology for local capacity building in Fiji and Tonga. Due to this technology they have been able to generate better data on disaster risk. This, in turn, has enabled them to carry out stronger analysis and make more informed disaster risk management decisions.

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Hazards Cyclone, Hurricane and Typhoon
Themes Community-based DRR Data and information management Risk identification and assessment Space and aerial technology Disaster risk management Science and technology Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
Country and region Fiji Tonga
Number of pages
2 p.
Publication year
2018
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