In contemporary society, the concept of disaster has expanded beyond large-scale natural events—such as typhoons, floods, and earthquakes—to encompass human-induced disasters as well. When such large-scale natural and anthropogenic disasters occur...
In contemporary society, the concept of disaster has expanded beyond large-scale natural events—such as typhoons, floods, and earthquakes—to encompass human-induced disasters as well. When such large-scale natural and anthropogenic disasters occur, relevant stakeholders, including civilian organizations, governmental bodies, and military forces, are required to respond swiftly and proactively to ensure effective disaster management.
This study aims to systematically analyze the management systems for social disasters occurring in modern urban environments and to identify the roles and limitations of the military in disaster response. The research employs a comprehensive review of relevant literature and an analysis of representative case studies. The findings indicate that, although the military constitutes a critical resource in urban disaster response, it faces substantial constraints that limit its ability to function effectively as an independent actor.
To address these constraints, institutional improvements and strengthened cooperation among civilian, governmental, and military entities are essential. In particular, the study underscores the necessity of continuous monitoring and prediction enabled by IoT and ICT technologies, as well as enhanced on-site response capabilities supported by integrated wireless communication networks. These results suggest that, by fostering mutual understanding among disaster-related agencies—including both governmental authorities and the military—allocating resources in a balanced manner, and establishing proactive prevention strategies, it is possible to minimize damage when urban disasters occur.