GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo District
Air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter (PM), poses significant health risks to vulnerable populations such as children, older adults, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Understanding the spatial distribution of these populations and their access to air quality information is crucia...
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| description | Air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter (PM), poses significant health risks to vulnerable populations such as children, older adults, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Understanding the spatial distribution of these populations and their access to air quality information is crucial for effective interventions. In urban areas like Gangseo District, the distribution of essential facilities and accessibility varies greatly. While studies have highlighted the health impacts of PM, research on optimizing air quality monitoring for at-risk groups remains limited. This study aims to identify optimal locations for air quality monitoring by analyzing the spatial distribution of vulnerable populations and facility accessibility. Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and isochrone maps, we identified areas with high concentrations of vulnerable groups and poor access to healthcare facilities. Our findings revealed significant disparities in access to air quality information, with some high-risk areas underserved by current monitoring systems. This study integrated demographic data and spatial analysis to propose strategic monitoring placements. The methodology can be applied to other urban settings and offers a framework for improving air quality management. This study underscores the importance of targeted air quality monitoring to protect vulnerable populations and suggests practical steps for policymakers to enhance public health. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-7f2fc4504f2e4dfc87de0131b3c312a72025-08-20T02:08:02ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172024-11-0114221061010.3390/app142210610GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo DistrictJaewook Lee0Junyoung Jang1Jaeuk Im2Jae Hong Lee3Division of Architecture, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of KoreaGEODIKT, Seoul 05854, Republic of KoreaGEODIKT, Seoul 05854, Republic of KoreaDivision of Architecture, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of KoreaAir pollution, particularly fine particulate matter (PM), poses significant health risks to vulnerable populations such as children, older adults, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Understanding the spatial distribution of these populations and their access to air quality information is crucial for effective interventions. In urban areas like Gangseo District, the distribution of essential facilities and accessibility varies greatly. While studies have highlighted the health impacts of PM, research on optimizing air quality monitoring for at-risk groups remains limited. This study aims to identify optimal locations for air quality monitoring by analyzing the spatial distribution of vulnerable populations and facility accessibility. Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and isochrone maps, we identified areas with high concentrations of vulnerable groups and poor access to healthcare facilities. Our findings revealed significant disparities in access to air quality information, with some high-risk areas underserved by current monitoring systems. This study integrated demographic data and spatial analysis to propose strategic monitoring placements. The methodology can be applied to other urban settings and offers a framework for improving air quality management. This study underscores the importance of targeted air quality monitoring to protect vulnerable populations and suggests practical steps for policymakers to enhance public health.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/22/10610air pollutionfine particulate mattervulnerable populationsgeographic information systems (GIS)accessibility analysisurban planning |
| spellingShingle | Jaewook Lee Junyoung Jang Jaeuk Im Jae Hong Lee GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo District Applied Sciences air pollution fine particulate matter vulnerable populations geographic information systems (GIS) accessibility analysis urban planning |
| title | GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo District |
| title_full | GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo District |
| title_fullStr | GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo District |
| title_full_unstemmed | GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo District |
| title_short | GIS-Based Spatial Analysis and Strategic Placement of Fine Dust Alert Systems for Vulnerable Populations in Gangseo District |
| title_sort | gis based spatial analysis and strategic placement of fine dust alert systems for vulnerable populations in gangseo district |
| topic | air pollution fine particulate matter vulnerable populations geographic information systems (GIS) accessibility analysis urban planning |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/22/10610 |
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