How GIS Can Support Public Safety in Densely Populated Regions

H2M Public Safety Market Director Patrick Stone, R.A., LEED AP, and Director of GIS Services Chris Kobos, PMP, GISP, recently wrote an article titled, “How GIS Can Support Public Safety in Densely Populated Regions” that was published by the Florida Fire Chiefs’ Association’s Fire Service Magazine.

The article discusses how geographic information systems (GIS) are essential for helping public safety agencies in rapidly growing Florida communities plan and optimize emergency response by analyzing population trends, infrastructure limitations, and environmental hazards to ensure timely and effective service.

“Population growth across Florida intensifies the need for new or expanded public safety facilities. By integrating GIS into planning, public safety officials and first responders can coordinate a variety of emergency response needs.”

             -Patrick Stone, RA, LEED AP and Chris Kobos, PMP GISP

To read the full article, visit the March 2026 edition of Fire Service Magazine (pages 26-27).