The position of the media as a tool of communication and education on severe weather in Malaysia.

• Main Authors: Abu Bakar, Elistina, Mat Said, Aini, Ab Kadir, Mohd Zainal Abidin, Gomes, Chandima, Keul, A. G.
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English
• Published: 2014
• Online Access: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/32576/1/32576.pdf; http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/32576/

Information by the media in advance of severe weather occurrences can prepare the public to respond properly during an emergency situation. At the same time, the media should work as a channel to communicate and promote proper public response to severe weather threats. The objective of this study is...