Examining variables influencing differential warning message access

In disaster-prone countries like Bangladesh, effective warning messages play a pivotal role in mitigating the diverse impacts on livelihoods. This study focuses on the importance of early notification systems to reduce disaster risks and enable timely actions. Jagannath University is selected as the research area due to its multicultural population from various parts of Bangladesh. The objectives encompass an investigation into the factors influencing the differentiation of perception toward the prevailing Early Warning System (EWS), as well as the correlation between perception and causal factors. A comprehensive approach involving face-to-face interviews, questionnaires, and online surveys was employed for data collection. Various statistical techniques, including frequency distribution and cross-tabulation, were utilized for analysis. The findings highlight significant variations in awareness of warning message-related information among students from different faculties (Science, BBA, Arts). The Chi-Square test affirms a notable distinction in access to warning messages across faculty members. Moreover, factors such as educational level, hometown, and gender contribute to differing perceptions of the Early Warning System (EWS). The study underscores the challenge of obtaining meaningful responses to initial warning messages, emphasizing the necessity for clear and actionable information to facilitate appropriate reactions.