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QField for Natural Disaster Assessment (Floods, Landslides, Wildfires)

Rapid damage assessments and situational mapping with offline mobile GIS in disaster zones.

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Gather critical data fast in the field

Map damages, hazards, and access routes—even without connectivity—and sync when possible.

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Field workflows

  • Rapid damage assessments
  • Hazard and access mapping
  • Infrastructure impact documentation

Works with QGIS and QFieldCloud

Coordinate across teams with shared projects, permissions, and change tracking.

Why this matters

  • No connectivity in affected areas
  • Need for rapid, standardized assessments
  • Traceability and audit trail for decisions

Trusted results

  • Used by agencies and response teams globally
  • Conflict-safe merges via QFieldCloud

FAQ

Do you support templates for rapid assessments?
Yes. Prepare standardized forms in QGIS and deploy immediately to teams.
Can we capture photos and GPS tracks?
Yes. Attach media and track logs to support situation reports.

About QField

QField is the leading professional fieldwork app used in enterprise settings for efficient geospatial data collection and management. As a Digital Public Good, QField not only excels in enterprise and professional applications but also contributes significantly to advancing at least six of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting a more sustainable and equitable future.

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Credits

QField, QFieldCloud and QFieldSync are developped by OPENGIS.ch. OPENGIS.ch offers consulting, development, training and support for open-source software including QField, QGIS and PostGIS.