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- Title
Dual-Activation Emergency Situation Notification System: A Feature Driven Development Approach.
- Authors
Adetunji, Oluwatofunmi O.; Chikezie, Blossom C.; Ogundare, Toniloba P.; Osayame-Ebohon, Michael
- Abstract
Emergencies can unpredictably arise, posing severe threats to individuals' lives. Swift and effective communication plays a crucial role in promptly relaying vital information to relevant response agencies and loved ones, aiming to minimize or eliminate the impact of such disasters. Existing systems often require manual triggering of distress signals through button presses or image captures. However, these methods can be ineffective, particularly when victims are under the surveillance of wrongdoers, rendering them unable to discreetly use their devices. To address this issue, this study introduces the Dual-Activation Emergency Situation Notification System (DA-ESNS) model, which ensures that potential wrongdoers remain unaware of the user's attempt to seek help by employing an efficient communication and alerting system during emergencies. Through a review of previous models, the DA-ESNS model was developed to address identified gaps. The Feature Driven Development software development process model was selected due to its agile and incremental nature, enabling focused development and integration of the notification feature. ReactJS and NodeJS were utilized for frontend and backend development, respectively. The integration of Twilio API and Geolocation API facilitated SMS notifications and precise location sharing with emergency response teams and predefined contacts. The DA-ESNS model automatically relays distress signals by persistently listening for predefined keywords or manually triggered by clicking on corresponding emergency cards, notifying both the emergency response team and the victim's family members. The model was implemented across various mobile platforms, providing a centralized and interactive interface. By offering quick notifications and offline accessibility, the DA-ESNS model streamlines the emergency alert process, significantly improving the effectiveness of emergency response teams in reducing the impact of crises through rapid reaction times. As a result, the DA-ESNS model emerges as a valuable and effective tool in emergency management.
- Subjects
EMERGENCY communication systems; COMPUTER software development; MOBILE operating systems; EMERGENCY management; TELECOMMUNICATION systems; REACTION time
- Publication
International Journal of Safety & Security Engineering, 2023, Vol 13, Issue 4, p647
- ISSN
2041-9031
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.18280/ijsse.130406