The Unquenchable Thirst for Information: A Double Edged Sword in Emergency Management As Western Australia's bushfire season looms large, Department of Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Darren Klemm is bracing himself for another grueling year.
His concern isn't just the flames, but the constant demand for information from an increasingly expectant public.
Klemm's experience spans nine years as commissioner, during which he has witnessed a seismic shift in how emergencies are managed. The line between warning and informing has become increasingly blurred.