Early Warning Indicators for Crisis Monitoring

The leading signals that often appear days before a crisis becomes public.

A sudden rise in mentions across multiple outlets is often more meaningful than a single headline.

Velocity flags emerging issues before they reach mainstream coverage.

Mentions from regulators, unions, or watchdog groups often precede wider attention.

These sources should be prioritized in alerting rules.

When mainstream coverage, social chatter, and stakeholder commentary move together, treat it as a higher risk signal.

Cross-channel alignment reduces false alarms.

Track how long it takes to move from signal to action. Long delays indicate unclear ownership.

Speed metrics keep the crisis process accountable.