The role of news media in disasters is to present the actual facts and not their own interpretation of them. Natural disasters are inevitable. No matter how people prepare for the annual season, there are a lot of times that the typical rain turns into a life-threatening storm.
This is when the role of media and news becomes important. It is essential that there is communication especially in areas affected. Media should also be present during disaster management and prevention as well. Other than radio, newspaper, and television, the Internet can also be a great medium for disaster communication.
The media can provide an easy access to the information that the public needs to know about the current disaster. However, the information that is transmitted through all kinds of mediums is not controlled by the network.
Therefore, the journalist or the reporter should only give relevant and truthful details. If the media gives a passive interpretation and comment, it may hinder...
