SITE selection and optimization for urban epidemic prevention material distribution points

During a large-scale epidemic outbreak, the strategic planning of storage and distribution locations for essential life supplies becomes of paramount importance. This article focuses on the scientific supply of epidemic-related goods, taking the case of Changchun city as an example. It considered the human resource costs involved in the supply chain and constructed an organized network diagram for the supply of essential life supplies to residents. The results indicate that through the analysis of the shortest paths, we derive the optimal number of distribution points for essential life supplies in various administrative regions and outlines detailed plans for the provision of these supplies to residents. This article establishes a solid theoretical and practical foundation for future emergency management strategies.