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Harnessing Social Media for Disaster Response and Relief Efforts

In the modern digital era, social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok have become ubiquitous forms of communication, connection, and community-building. When major disasters happen, whether natural crises like fires, hurricanes or floods or humanitarian emergencies like disease outbreaks or conflicts, these networks develop into vital lifelines for affected populations. They can inform warning systems, coordinate first responder…