AI Deployed to Combat Wildfires in California

As wildfires in California grow increasingly unpredictable, state firefighters are turning to a novel approach. They're using artificial intelligence (AI) to help spot fires at their earliest stages, giving them a much-needed upper hand.

AlertCalifornia network have developed an innovative solution: an AI fire-detection tool.

This AI tool can differentiate smoke from other air particles in real-time video footage, such as smog or mist. The tool scans over 1,000 high-definition camera feeds, including 199 Cal Fire-sponsored cameras. It then notifies first responders and regional emergency command centers about potential threats, bolstering the human surveillance network.

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