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Area of Science:

  • Simulation modeling
  • Public safety
  • Crowd dynamics

Background:

  • Theme parks attract millions of visitors annually.
  • Emergency evacuation planning is often overlooked.
  • Ensuring efficient crowd management is crucial for safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare theme park evacuation times using single vs. multiple exits.
  • To model first responder response times within a theme park.
  • To optimize emergency evacuation strategies for large venues.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a multiagent simulation model in AnyLogic® 8.5.1.
  • Modeled a theme park based on a preliminary design.
  • Simulated evacuations using one main gate versus all seven available exits.
  • Assessed first responder response times from various strategic locations.

Main Results:

  • Evacuation using only the main gate averaged 14 minutes 51 seconds.
  • Using all seven gates initially averaged 11 minutes 58 seconds, but was delayed by an overwhelmed gate.
  • Excluding the overwhelmed gate reduced average evacuation time to 6 minutes 44 seconds.
  • Mobile first responder patrols demonstrated the fastest response times.

Conclusions:

  • Multiple exits are critical for efficient theme park evacuations.
  • Overcrowding at a single exit can negate the benefits of multiple exits.
  • Strategic positioning of first responders, particularly mobile patrols, significantly enhances emergency response.
  • Simulation modeling provides valuable insights for improving theme park safety and operational efficiency.