Prep Talk - Episode 36: Geographic Information Systems

Not sure where your hurricane evacuation zone is located? There’s a map for that. On the latest episode of “Prep Talk,” Josh Friedman, executive director of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) at NYC Emergency Management, discusses the utility of GIS mapping in the emergency management field. He shared his insight into how experts use mapping for situational awareness before, during and after emergencies, as well as how everyday New Yorkers utilize mapping during their daily lives. Read full transcript: on.nyc.gov/preptalk36