Countries with limited warning systems face six times higher disaster mortality than those with comprehensive coverage
Intersec, a leading public warning system provider, has announced a significant pledge to the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) Partner2Connect Digital Coalition (P2C). This commitment aims to accelerate the deployment of mobile-enabled Early Warning Systems (EWS) worldwide, in line with the United Nations’ Early Warning for All initiative (EW4All).
The pledge focuses on three key areas:
1. Technological advancement: Intersec will expand its reach beyond the 400 million people currently served by its emergency response solutions. The company will ensure rapid alert message delivery to populations facing climate-related and other hazards, leveraging Cell Broadcast and Location-based SMS technologies, and emphasizing a comprehensive, multi-hazard, and standardized approach.
2. Collaborative efforts: Intersec is committed to fostering meaningful partnerships with deployment, technical, and advocacy partners to enhance disaster management and population resilience globally.
3. Financial contribution: An initial $100,000 commitment will support extensive advocacy campaigns, along with project consultations and expert publications to accelerate the adoption of mobile-EWS.
This initiative supports the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action) and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
«Our pledge comes as recent ITU data reveals that less than a quarter of countries have implemented mobile EWS, despite their proven effectiveness in mitigating crisis impact. We are deeply committed to collaborating with all stakeholders to support disaster-prone countries», stated Charlotte Cardona, spokesperson for Intersec.
Above, image credited to ITU
