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The devastating Los Angeles fires of January 2025 have claimed at least 24 lives and destroyed over 10,000 structures at the time of this post, leaving countless families displaced and communities shattered. My heart goes out to all those affected. https://lnkd.in/gd4d4bmc Technology and Innovation as a Path Forward While we mourn these losses, we must also look to solutions that can prevent such catastrophic events in the future. Several promising technologies and approaches are emerging and I would love to learn about more: Autonomous Firefighting Drones Carnegie Mellon University is set to launch AI-powered firefighting drones in 2025 that can navigate through smoke and provide critical real-time terrain data. These drones could revolutionize our approach to wildfire detection and suppression. https://lnkd.in/gYieDsuZ Advanced Building Materials New fire-resistant materials and construction techniques are becoming available, including terra-cotta cladding, mineral wool insulation, and innovative fire-retardant plywood. The 2025 building codes are already incorporating stricter standards for fire resistance. https://lnkd.in/gF3QAUr8 https://lnkd.in/ghGRXtMQ Smart Urban Forest Management Companies like TreeSense and Grality are developing sophisticated monitoring systems that use AI and sensors to manage urban forests more effectively, potentially helping prevent fire spread in urban-wildland interfaces. https://lnkd.in/gW4qFMRT https://lnkd.in/gCrUQZDU Who else is building solutions in these areas? Who's funding them? I’d love to learn more and potentially collaborate. While the Los Angeles fires of January 2025 expose critical gaps in wildfire prevention infrastructure, they also present clear opportunities for technological innovation and policy reform in four key areas: smart firefighting systems, fire-resistant construction, infrastructure modernization, and urban forest management. However, these solutions require immediate action and investment to prevent future catastrophes in the wildland-urban interface. Let’s make this fire the last of its kind. To Los Angeles and all affected communities: may your rebuild be swift and may these innovations help create a more resilient future. Godspeed, LA. #LAFires #CommunityResilience #Innovation #ClimateAction #WildfirePrevention

"This sensor allows for a notification to be made to my emergency operations center, to my cell phone, to my email saying, 'Hey, it's picking up something', we need to take a look at it. We need to investigate it a little bit more", said Nathan Whittington, the emergency manager for Jefferson County. We love to see our members in the news! Colorado is turning to innovative solutions like N5 Sensors, Inc. to improve wildfire detection and response times. This cutting-edge technology, already deployed in counties like #Boulder and #JeffersonCounty, is designed to detect wildfires earlier, especially in remote and rural areas. By providing real-time data, the #N5Shield helps firefighters and emergency teams mobilize faster, potentially preventing small blazes from escalating into devastating wildfires. As wildfires grow more frequent and intense, tools like the N5 Shield are essential in enhancing preparedness and protecting communities. It's a crucial step forward in safeguarding Colorado’s vulnerable landscapes from the growing threat of wildfires. Watch the full Denver7 report here: https://lnkd.in/gkbNcU2i #WildfirePrevention #Denver7 #N5Shield #SmartFuturesLab #CUDenver

THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX ON WILDFIRE MITIGATION AND RESILIENCE STATEGIES The New York Post article below contains examples of new technology for wildfire detection using sensors in the Wildland/Urban Interface (WUI), as well as examples of existing fire-resistant building materials. The article cites the use of newly developed sensors to detect incoming wildfires that are being tested in the current ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. Estimates of insured losses from the ongoing L.A. wildfires are at $30 billion and $250 billion for overall losses with at least 27 resultant deaths. Government entities, research organizations, technology companies and other stakeholders need to collaborate in evaluating the effectiveness of these ideas in conjunction with developing and implementing more comprehensive wildfire preparation and prevention mitigation and resilience strategies, including building codes that incorporate fire-resistant building materials. #wildfirepreventionstrategies #wildfireresilientinnovations #wildfiremitigationmeasures #wildfiresensortechnology #wildfireresistantbuildingmaterials #buildingcodestopreventfiredamage #buildingcodeshelppreventdisasterdamage #mitigationandresilienceplanning

Happy #FieldWorkFriday! This week, we traveled to Phoenix to identify sites for future wildfire detection cameras. We received a grant last year from FEMA to install 12 new cameras in southwest Oregon. These cameras will be deployed in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) – the zone of transition where the built environment meets the natural environment. Locating cameras in the WUI can help prevent or mitigate disasters like the 2020 Almeda Fire by enabling rapid detection and monitoring of wildfires close to populated areas. But first, we need to finalize the locations for the new cameras! This map shows proposed sites, with the red color symbolizing the viewshed that firefighters will be able to monitor through the camera feeds. We will begin installing cameras in Phoenix and other nearby communities as soon as all necessary permits and land-use agreements are executed. Learn more about this project at https://lnkd.in/gyW5Urba. Many thanks to the Rogue Valley Council of Governments for partnering with us on this project!

Amidst the challenges of wildfires, there's a glimmer of hope: 'As these technologies continue to be adopted, we can take some solace in that fire prevention, early detection, and evacuation management will continue to evolve to a point when almost all human lives are spared.' Join us in exploring this crucial topic in our CEO's article. https://hubs.la/Q02t2Krp0 #wildfires #GenasysProtect

🔥 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: The 2019-20 Australian bushfires caused over A$110 billion in damages, claimed 25 lives, destroyed 20 million acres, and affected nearly half a billion animals, while U.S. wildfires cost $893 billion annually, including 103 lives and 1.9 million acres lost in the 2018 California fires. These numbers are a call to action. Bushfire prevention isn’t just about saving lives—it’s an economic necessity. At TDS, we’re tackling this with a two-pronged approach: 👉 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 using our custom-built ‘Vhagar’ drone to mitigate risks before fires start. 👉 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, as part of our #XPRIZEWildfire team Fire Foresight, aiming to detect and extinguish fires within 10 minutes to stop them from spreading. We’re committed to creating a future where devastating bushfires are a thing of the past. Want to learn more about our Bushfire Management strategy? Let’s connect! #BushfirePrevention #DroneTechnology #Innovation #WildfireManagement #Sustainability #XPRIZE

🔥 How Firefighters Use Fire to Fight Fire: The Reverse Firing Technique Have you ever wondered how firefighters combat massive wildfires that seem unstoppable? One fascinating technique they use is reverse firing, also known as backfiring. Here’s how it works: 🌲 Step 1: When a wildfire becomes too large to control with traditional methods, firefighters set a controlled fire in a carefully chosen area ahead of the main fire. 🔥 Step 2: This controlled fire consumes all the available fuel (vegetation, debris, etc.) in the zone. 🛑 Step 3: Once extinguished, the area becomes a firebreak—a barrier that prevents the main wildfire from spreading further, as it has no fuel to burn. Why Reverse Firing is Effective: ✅ Prevents wildfire growth: By starving the fire of fuel. ✅ Protects communities and resources: Strategic buffers stop the fire in its tracks. ✅ Manages risks: Conducted under controlled conditions to ensure safety. Challenges in Reverse Firing: ⚠️ Requires precise planning and coordination: It's not a one-size-fits-all solution. ⚠️ Weather and terrain: Wind patterns and environmental factors are crucial. ⚠️ High stakes: Improper execution could lead to uncontrolled fires. This ingenious technique is widely used in wildfire-prone regions like California, where firefighters continuously innovate to protect life and property. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the bravery and ingenuity of these heroes who risk it all to keep us safe! 🙏💪 #FireSafety #Wildfires #FireFighting #Innovation #ClimateAction

This year's wildfire season has already taken a devastating toll, with over 5 million acres burned across the US (National Interagency Fire Center). 🔥🌳 This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for innovative solutions to prevent and combat out-of-control wildfires. Early detection is critical in preventing such widespread destruction. What's the quickest way to detect wildfires? Sensors. 👉 Learn more about AI-powered wildfire detection: https://hubs.ly/Q02LxBSz0 Let's work together to protect our forests and communities. #wildfires #climatechange #forestconservation

Green Grid Inc. (GGI) recently showcased cutting-edge #wildfire detection technology at #EmberStomp2024, an event hosted by Fire Safe Marin to promote #wildfirepreparedness. During a live fire demonstration, we introduced the community to our #AI-powered iSIU® system, which offers 24/7 #realtimemonitoring to detect and prevent wildfires before they escalate. Attendees saw firsthand how our advanced system detects risks in real-time, providing immediate alerts to help prevent disasters. Our participation reflects our ongoing commitment to #partnering with local #communities, businesses, and #firedepartments to foster wildfire preparedness. GGI's AI-driven #technology, enhanced by advanced analytics, #remotesensing and GIS data, enables us to identify high-risk areas and develop customized prevention strategies, ensuring that #wildfiremitigation is proactive and effective. GGI is at the forefront of wildfire prevention, offering scalable and cost-effective solutions accessible to communities of all sizes. With climate change driving an increase in wildfire risk, we’re proud to provide hope and #innovative solutions to those who are most vulnerable. For more information about our wildfire prevention technology, contact customer.success@greengridinc.com or connect with us here. #AI #WildfirePrevention #TechnologyForGood #Resilience #climatetech #CommunityCollaboration https://lnkd.in/gkz8-3yX

How remote sensing is changing wildfire forecasting and response 🔥 https://lnkd.in/gWUd8bFP #GlobalSpec #WildFires #RemoteSensing #FireFighting #FireSafety