3. The Application of Early Warning System in India

Early warning system is considered as a major tool to reduce the impact of disaster. A successful EWS protects lives and livelihoods, as well as land and infrastructure, and contributes to long-term sustainability. Early warning systems help to reduce economic losses and mitigate the number of injuries or deaths from a disaster, by providing information that allows individuals and communities to protect their lives and property. Early warning information empowers people to take action when a disaster closes to happening. An early warning system is a climate change adaptation measure that utilises integrated communication technologies to assist communities in preparing for potentially dangerous climate-related events. Therefore, third chapter has been drafted citing examples of Orissa state in India, based on the primary sources. This chapter discusses the role of early warning system in Disaster Preparedness, its functioning, implementation, people coordination, structure and functions of central and state government committees, role of social mobilisation in early warning system etc.