Practical Utilization of Maps with Geo-Referential Relational Database to Support Measures for Recovery and Reconstruction at EMC-K, Niigata−ken Chuetsuoki Earthquake 2007

Abstract

The Niigata−ken Chuetsuoki Earthquake occurred in thc Chuetsu region of Niigata prefecture on July 16th, 2007. About two month later. EMC-K (Emergency Mapping Center in Kashiwazaki) have been organized in the Citizen Hall of Kashiwazaki Gity. They provide assistance for rehabilitation and reconstruction. Most part of their activities were publishing effective maps to support the local official. This paper describes the activity of EMC-K, then discuss the effectiveness of maps using GIS as visualized information in recovery period.