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Location selection of emergency support and logistics centers under complex urban infrastructure disruptions

  • Betul Kara
  • , Melike Cari
  • , Tolga Kudret Karaca*
  • , Bahar Yalcin Kavus
  • , Ertugrul Ayyildiz
  • *Corresponding author for this work
  • Karadeniz Technical University
  • Istanbul Topkapi University
  • Izmir Katip Celebi University

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Abstract

Complex urban infrastructure disruptions can affect transportation, communication, and logistics systems simultaneously, forcing emergency operations to address both disaster relief and infrastructure restoration. This study proposes a multi-criteria decision framework under uncertainty to select Emergency Support and Logistics Center (ESLC) locations. The problem is modeled using five main criteria and 29 sub criteria covering demand and service level, logistics infrastructure and accessibility, cost and economy, risk and resilience, and governance and social factors. Criteria weights are obtained via the Best Worst Method (BWM), and candidate sites are ranked using Pythagorean Fuzzy Combinative Distance based Assessment (PF-CODAS), which evaluates alternatives through Pythagorean fuzzy (PF) membership and non-membership degrees and their distances from the Negative Ideal Solution (NIS). Results support a continuity-driven siting logic where Logistics "Infrastructure & Accessibility" is the dominant criterion and "Risk & Resilience" ranks second, reflecting the importance of network capability and hazard avoidance. The ranking identifies Hasdal (A3) as the best option (27.8005), followed by Had & imath;mk & ouml;y (A2) (10.1584) and Kurtk & ouml;y (A5) (-2.2606). The proposed framework offers a transparent and reusable decision aid for ESLC planning in cities exposed to integrated infrastructure threats.
Original languageEnglish
Article number00368504261461133
Number of pages22
JournalScience Progress
Volume109
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Apr 2026

Keywords

  • Best worst method
  • Complex urban infrastructure disruptions
  • Emergency support and logistics center siting
  • Pythagorean Fuzzy CODAS
  • Urban resilience

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