Case Studies
Florida Department of Health – Bureau of Preparedness & Response
EPIC modernized FDOH’s ESF-8 web-mapping suite—upgrading the Planning Map, FWMI, and EH Water apps with current GIS tech to improve statewide readiness and field use.
Introduction
The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Bureau of Preparedness & Response engaged EPIC to modernize critical web‑mapping applications that support statewide emergency readiness and response under Emergency Support Function #8 (ESF‑8).
EPIC delivered new and enhanced web‑based GIS functionality for three key internet services: the ESF‑8 Planning Map (integrating Environmental Health Data layers and a Flood Tool), the Environmental Health Florida Water Management Inventory (FWMI) app, and the Environmental Health Water Well Surveillance (EH Water) app—bringing preparedness GIS resources up to date with current technology and improving field utility for first responders and deployed staff.
Challenge
FDOH needed to:
- Replace outdated mapping tools with a modern, mobile‑friendly GIS experience for ESF‑8 operations.
- Integrate critical layers (EHD, flood) and environmental datasets into unified, web‑accessible apps.
- Provide fast search, selection, buffering, and reporting to support time‑sensitive decision‑making.
- Ensure tools are reliable during natural and man‑made hazard activations and useful to first responders statewide.
Solution
EPIC provided GIS and web development services to design and deploy JavaScript API–based applications with streamlined UX and robust map tools.
Applications Delivered
- ESF‑8 Planning Map: Integrated EHD layers and Flood Info Tool into a single web‑GIS.
- EH – Florida Water Management Inventory (FWMI): Web‑based GIS app for statewide water management inventory.
- EH – Water Well Surveillance (EH Water): Web‑based GIS app for monitoring well locations and conditions.
Core Features & Tools
- Base Map selections and theming
- Drawing and Measurement tools
- Attribute Search with Buffer
- Spatial Selection with Buffer
- Flood Info Tool (ESF‑8)
- Report Printing Tool for field/executive outputs
Technology Approach
- Web GIS built on a modern JavaScript API with responsive HTML5/CSS and performance‑optimized data calls.
- Security, availability, and print/export workflows aligned to ESF‑8 operational needs.
Solution highlights
- ESF-8 Planning Map
- EH - FWMI
- EH - Water Well Surveillance
Insights
≤ 3 seconds
Map load time
≥ 99.9%
Availability (peak periods)
≥ 80–90%
First‑responder engagement
Results
- Modernized preparedness GIS: Consolidated, fast web apps for ESF‑8, FWMI, and EH Water improve situational awareness.
- Faster decisions in the field: Spatial/attribute tools and flood overlays surface outliers and risks quickly for first responders.
- Operational consistency: Standardized print/report outputs support briefings and documentation without manual assembly.
- Future‑ready foundation: Current‑tech web GIS positions FDOH to scale content, add layers, and support evolving hazards.
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