
doi: 10.1017/dmp.2020.123
pmid: 32814596
ABSTRACTObjectives:The objective of this study is to provide road centerline data for professionals of disaster medicine areas who are often beginners in GIS use.Methods:Newly developed vector tile format data were converted into shapefile format data, then were organized as second level medical districts to which medical professionals are accustomed.Results:Road centerline data in Japan is being prepared to release from Association for Promotion of Infrastructure Geospatial Information Distribution free of charge.Conclusion:Professionals of disaster medicine areas increased their accessibility of GIS. Logistic planning for evacuation activities and dispatching of rescue teams were improved.
Japan, Humans, Disaster Planning, Disaster Medicine
Japan, Humans, Disaster Planning, Disaster Medicine
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