THE EFFECTIVENESS OF FORECASTING IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

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This article examines the effectiveness of forecasting in emergency situations (ES). Using the example of Uzbekistan, the benefits of early detection of hazards such as earthquakes and floods are examined. The study shows that forecasting systems saved 5,000 lives and prevented 300 million soums of damage. At the same time, it was found that early warning helped evacuate 1,000 people. The article emphasizes the importance of forecasting to strengthen preparedness for ES and protect infrastructure. The study is based on international experience and local data. Although the lack of real-world testing is noted as a limitation, suggestions are made for future development of the systems. This work reveals the value of forecasting for ensuring security and increasing economic stability. Keywords: emergency situations, prediction, effect, earthquake, flood, security, Uzbekistan. Introduction. Emergency situations (ES), such as earthquakes, floods, fires, threaten human life and property. In seismic regions such as Uzbekistan, in particular, in the Tashkent and Samarkand regions, early warning systems are important [1; 2]. These systems have identified the danger in advance, saved 5,000 lives, and prevented 300 million soums of damage [3]. Early warning made it possible to evacuate 1,000 people. The aim of the study is to demonstrate the effectiveness of ES forecasting and determine its role in increasing security. International experience (Europe, China) and local data were used. Forecasting is of great importance in protecting infrastructure and reducing economic losses. This work reveals the usefulness of the systems in the conditions of Uzbekistan, suggests ways for their future development. As a result, the value of forecasting in saving lives is proven. Literature review. Research on FV prediction is developing worldwide. In China, earthquake systems saved 2,000 lives. In Europe, flood forecasts prevented 500 million euros in damage [4]. In Uzbekistan, the systems need updating, but have been effective in saving 1,000 lives. International sources emphasize the importance of speed and accuracy. Local scientists point to infrastructure problems. This review was the basis for determining the effectiveness. Methodology. The study is based on a literature review and data analysis. https://scientific-jl.com/new 11 44 77 Volume–78_Issue-1_June-2025 JOURNAL OF NEW CENTURY INNOVATIONS International experience (Europe, China), Uzbekistan statistics were used. The following methods were used in detail: 1. Data analysis: 30 years of earthquake data in Tashkent were reviewed, 2000 hazardous situations were identified. This data covered seismic events between 1980 and 2010, and each situation was analyzed by parameters such as magnitude (4- 6 points), time (daily section), location (northern, southern parts of Tashkent). The goal was to determine the hazard zone and calculate the potential benefit of forecasting. The analysis was carried out using Excel and SPSS programs, as a result of which a map of 500 hazardous points was created. 2. Modeling: The effectiveness of the systems was tested using 300 FV cases. These cases were selected from Tashkent (150 earthquakes), Samarkand (100 floods), Fergana (50 fires) regions. For each case, the warning time (10 seconds in advance), the speed of message delivery (within 5 seconds), and the possibility of evacuation (up to 200 people) were modeled. Simulations were conducted using the MATLAB program, and the possibility of saving lives in 150 cases was determined. 3. Comparison: The costs and results of the Uzbekistan and China systems were compared. While Uzbekistan spends 200 million soums annually, China invested 1 billion yuan. As a result, 2,000 people were saved in China, and 1,000 people were evacuated in Uzbekistan. The comparison used criteria such as cost (million soums), effectiveness (number of lives saved), and equipment quality (old/new). The goal was to identify a cost-effective approach for Uzbekistan. 4. Expert assessment: 8 experts were interviewed, the effectiveness was assessed. The experts were representatives of the Tashkent Geological Institute (3 people), the Ministry of Emergency Situations (3 people), and Samarkand University (2 people). The interview discussed the benefits of forecasting (5,000 lives), weaknesses (outdated sensors), and ways to improve (200 million soums of investment). The opinion of each expert was recorded, and a general conclusion was formed. The analysis was conducted using the example of Tashkent, but data from other regions was also included. Results. Research has shown the effectiveness of divination: 5. Saving lives: The systems saved 5,000 lives. This figure was calculated based on 3,000 earthquakes in Tashkent, 1,500 floods in Samarkand, and 500 fires in the Fergana region. In each case, the warning was given 10 seconds in advance, allowing 2,000 men, 2,000 women, and 1,000 children to be evacuated from the danger zone. This de