This course explores the evolution and impact of technology in disaster response, focusing on how advancements in equipment, communication, data analysis, and robotics have transformed emergency management. Attendees will examine historical disaster response efforts, identify technological breakthroughs, and analyze how modern tools – such as drones, GIS mapping, artificial intelligence, and real-time communication systems – enhance situational awareness, resource deployment, and life-saving operations. Beam will use case studies and interactive simulations so that participants will gain insight into emerging trends in disaster response, including smart infrastructure, wearable technology, and autonomous search-and-rescue systems. The session also addresses the challenges of technology integration, such as cybersecurity risks, interoperability, and training requirements for emergency personnel.