Unrest and riots: restoring calm and countering rumours
When unrest or riots break out in a neighbourhood, rumours spread quickly. CrisisRadar helps local authorities to keep residents informed in good time, to counter misinformation and to help de-escalate the situation.
What happens
Tension is mounting in a neighbourhood. An incident has sparked unrest, and groups of people are gathering in the streets. The following evening, riots break out, with vandalism and clashes. Residents feel unsafe and do not know what is going on. Meanwhile, rumours are circulating online, further fuelling the situation. Some of them are untrue, but are being shared widely. The local council must quickly provide a clear explanation, reassure residents and show what is being done to restore calm.
From alert to clear communication
An overview of the situation
Keep track of reports, social media and news about the neighbourhood in a single crisis dashboard.
Refuting rumours
Identify disinformation at an early stage and correct it with accurate, clear facts.
Reassuring residents
Send a single, clear message to residents, the press and partners all at once.
Who collaborates in this scenario
CrisisRadar brings all the parties involved into line, with a single shared situational picture.
- Residents informed in good time and accurately
- Rumours and misinformation quickly refuted
- Less anxiety thanks to calm, clear communication
- The press and partners have access to the same information
Well prepared for this scenario?
In a short demo we show you how CrisisRadar helps, from preparation to the first minute of the crisis.