PRATUS is a versatile emergency response software designed to handle a wide range of incidents by adhering to the National Incident Management System (NIMS) principles and using an “All-Hazards” approach. This makes it adaptable for various emergencies, categorized as follows:
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Natural Disasters: Including hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and wildfires, where the software helps coordinate large-scale response efforts.
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Human-caused Events: Such as active shooter situations, internal office fires (like those caused by a microwave), and oil spills, where immediate and strategic responses are critical.
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Technological and Accidental Hazards: Covering incidents like power outages or chemical spills, where the software facilitates technical and logistical responses.
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Cybersecurity Incidents: Although PRATUS primarily supports physical incident management, it can be configured to manage responses to cyber threats. However, it's important to note that cybersecurity incident response may involve different protocols and partnerships, such as IT departments and external cybersecurity firms, which differ from responses coordinated under FEMA or the Coast Guard guidelines.