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If the media does not get good ifnormation from agencies, they will likely to get unqualified and inaccurate information leading them to make erroneous conclusions that will only complicate the situation. The media must be given frequent and reliable information from a credible source so they can accurately report the details of the disaster. Managed appropriately, the media can serve a useful role in allaying fears and rumors and informing the public about specific safety procedures to follow. The information provided to the media must be selective to balance the public “right to know” against the individual victim’s right to privacy.
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