Crisiz – Real-Time Disaster Alerts & Response

🚨 When disaster strikes, every second matters. That's why we built Crisiz – a cutting-edge platform designed to keep you ahead of emergencies.

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🖥️ Tech Stack Overview

Category	Technology	Badge
Frontend	React
Styling	CSS
Backend	Node.js
Server	Express.js
Database	MongoDB
Hosting	Vercel
API	Twilio API

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🌟 Key Features

✅ Instant WhatsApp Emergency Alerts – Faster, more reliable communication.
✅ Live Disaster Tracking & Heatmaps – Real-time insights for better decision-making.
✅ AI-Powered Chatbot Assistance – Quick guidance and information at your fingertips.
✅ Comprehensive Weather Forecasts – Stay ahead of storms, floods, and other crises.
✅ User-Friendly Dashboard – Intuitive and easy-to-use interface for quick navigation.
✅ Emergency Contact Directory – Connect instantly with local authorities and relief agencies.
✅ Community Engagement Tools – Users can report incidents and request assistance in real-time.

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📊 Tech Stack Distribution

• Frontend: React.js, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• APIs: OpenWeatherMap, Twilio WhatsApp API
• Hosting: Vercel, Render

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🔧 Installation & Setup

Prerequisites:

• Node.js installed (version 14+ recommended)
• MongoDB installed or use MongoDB Atlas
• A Twilio account for WhatsApp API integration
• A Vercel account for deployment (optional)

Steps:

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/GokulakrishnanSivalingam/dms-frontend.git
   cd dms-frontend

2. Install Dependencies:

   npm install

3. Set Up Environment Variables: Create a .env file in the root directory and add:

   MONGO_URI=your_mongodb_connection_string
   TWILIO_SID=your_twilio_sid
   TWILIO_AUTH_TOKEN=your_twilio_auth_token
   OPENWEATHER_API_KEY=your_openweather_api_key
   

4. Start the Development Server:

   npm run dev

5. Open the App in Your Browser: Visit http://localhost:3000 to explore Crisiz.

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👨‍💻 Contributors

• Sanjeev Kumar
• Gokul Raj V

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🎯 Our Mission

We aim to revolutionize crisis response with technology, ensuring communities get accurate, real-time information when they need it most.

🌍 Let's Build a Safer World

Every alert can save lives. Join us in making crisis response faster and more efficient.

📢 Check out the live project: www.crisiz.online