Disaster Recovery Services
Natural disasters, including floods, landslides, cyclones, and storm surges, present severe risks to human life, property, and the stability of entire communities. Ashoka Emergency Services is instrumental in disaster recovery efforts, providing rapid response, medical assistance, infrastructure support, and the compassionate management of personal belongings. The overarching mission is to restore dignity, safety, and a sense of normalcy in the wake of such calamities.
Floods
Response
- Rapid deployment of rescue and medical teams to affected areas.
- Evacuation of individuals from submerged locations to secure shelters.
- Close coordination with local authorities to manage traffic flow and crowd control efficiently.
Recovery of Personal Effects
- Systematic cataloguing of items found during rescue operations.
- Drying, disinfecting, and secure storage of belongings that can be salvaged.
- Establishment of claim centres to facilitate identification and return of recovered items.
- Implementation of digital tracking systems to ensure transparency in the management of personal effects.
Landslides
Response
- Conducting search-and-rescue operations using specialised equipment within debris zones.
- Providing medical triage and psychological support for survivors on site.
- Collaborating with geological experts to assess and monitor ongoing risks in affected areas.
Recovery of Personal Effects
- Careful excavation to retrieve belongings from the rubble left by landslides.
- Tagging and secure storage of all recovered items for proper identification.
- Assistance with the preparation of insurance documentation and verification of losses.
- Offering emotional support to families coping with the loss of heirlooms or important documents.
Cyclones
Response
- Organising pre-storm evacuations and managing shelter arrangements for those at risk.
- Delivering emergency medical aid and distributing food to those affected.
- Working to restore communication channels and power lines as quickly as possible.
Recovery of Personal Effects
- Collection of scattered personal belongings from cyclone-affected zones.
- Deployment of mobile recovery units to assist displaced families in reclaiming their possessions.
- Utilisation of biometric and ID verification processes to ensure the rightful return of items.
- Providing support to replace lost documents, including identification cards, licences, and certificates.
Storm Surges
Response
- Evacuation of coastal regions and deployment of specialised marine rescue teams.
- Setting up elevated shelters and water purification units for affected populations.
- Coordinating with meteorological agencies to receive and disseminate timely updates.
Recovery of Personal Effects
- Retrieval of items from flooded coastal homes and businesses.
- Preservation efforts aimed at saving water-damaged valuables such as photographs and electronics.
- Community outreach initiatives to support lost-and-found services.
- Assistance in restoring vital family records and heritage items that may have been impacted by the disaster.