Communication Devices "Pagers" Explosions in Lebanon: Challenges and Lessons Learned from an Unusual Mass Casualty Incident.

IF 1.8 4区医学 Q3 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Pub Date : 2025-08-06 DOI:10.1017/dmp.2025.10163

Mazen J El Sayed

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Abstract

A novel type of mass casualty incident (MCI) occurred in Lebanon in September 2024, involving the detonation of weaponized communication devices "pagers and 2-way radios." The explosions resulted in 2931 injuries and 37 fatalities. This article explores the unique challenges posed by this event. It also highlights lessons learned to improve disaster preparedness and response strategies, emphasizing the importance of flexible triage, resilient communication systems, and comprehensive surge capacity.

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通讯设备“寻呼机”爆炸在黎巴嫩：挑战和教训，从一个不寻常的大规模伤亡事件。

2024年9月，黎巴嫩发生了一起新型大规模伤亡事件（MCI），涉及武器化通信设备“寻呼机和双向无线电”的引爆。爆炸造成2931人受伤，37人死亡。本文探讨了这一事件带来的独特挑战。报告还强调了为改进备灾和救灾战略所吸取的经验教训，强调了灵活的分类、有弹性的通信系统和全面的快速应变能力的重要性。

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Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH-

CiteScore

4.40

自引率

7.40%

发文量

258

审稿时长

6-12 weeks

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