GIS Application for the Delaware Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program Dan Rose – Delaware Emergency Management Agency Steve Stasolla – SRC Consulting

The EPZ Map

IDEA Replace Laminated EPZ Map Update Wind Arrow & Velcro Adherence System Single Interface for Displaying Static & Dynamic data Share Data & Displays Between Multiple Locations Simple Operation

Integrated Response Application Gateway for display of emergency information Combine existing data sources & displays Primary display mode would be EPZ Map Add/remove layers from map with checkboxes Menus and tabs for other functionality (e.g. plant diagrams, ERDS) Click map to see underlying data or information i.e. samples, field monitoring data or restaurant menus Provide foundation to incorporate future data sources

Data Layers Emergency facilities –EOCs, reception centers, schools, daycare facilities Facility manned/activated? Sirens & route alerting Siren(s) status? Emergency Response Planning Areas (ERPA’s) Population distribution Evacuation routes, Access Control Points, bus routes Transit dependent individuals/special populations Agricultural database Field monitoring routes & locations

Dynamic Data Sources Field monitoring vehicle Meteorology Impacted area(s) Plume - interface with dose model(s) Fixed monitoring sites (7) Sample database Emergency worker exposure/dose tracking DOE information (projections, flyovers etc.)

Implementation Unsuccessful attempt with outside Vendor proposed cost was a significant issue Began to explore in-house options Simplified proposed system – “baby steps”

DEMA Implementation IT Staff already actively involved with REP Program IT familiar with ARC GIS Products ARC GIS Product licensing already in place Additional GIS expertise available from U of Delaware

DEMA GIS Plan: Parallel operation with User Interface utilizing Google Earth Assessment component with ARC GIS Data shared between the two applications

Google Earth Google Earth provides a simple, intuitive & familiar interface for users Web based – display can be accessed anywhere Free Software maintained & upgraded by others Limited data evaluation/manipulation Pro version ($) allows direct access to data files

ARC GIS Great variety of tools available Provides significant assessment capabilities Requires expertise to fully access features User interface more complex

Current Plan Develop user interface with Google Earth Purchase Google Earth Pro Develop databases – web based data entry? Sample tracking/laboratory Emergency worker monitoring Agriculture & land use Test & refine during upcoming drills

Future Integrate real time data sources Resource management Field monitoring – automate data collection and transmission Sample tracking via barcodes or RFID Emergency worker monitoring Traffic control & evacuation monitoring

Radiological Emergency Monitoring Vehicle (REMV) GM Detector Mounted on Roof Air Sampling System providing real time Iodine Concentration GPS Unit Wireless Broadband Communication with Base Station – real time data transmission 7500 watt diesel generator

Radiological Emergency Monitoring Vehicle (REMV)

REMV - Interior

Delaware Radiation Emergency Alert Monitoring System “DREAMS” Seven Fixed Radiological Monitoring Sites GM Detectors Broadband Communication (Verizon AirCards) Communication to Base Station (State EOC, Smyrna, DE) Battery backup Expected to be Fully Operational – February 2010

DREAMS Site

DREAMS – State EOC

Demonstration