Fire agencies are using camera and satellite-linked AI systems like SmokeyNet to detect wildfires, but fire smoke is mistakable for both humans and computers.

This Joint effort between DHS and WIFIRE Lab demonstrates workflows utilizing edge computing for wildfire monitoring, response, and mitigation.

New technology can help locate a wildfire sooner and predict its movement. CBS News' David Schecter reports.

“With a cadre of world-renowned researchers committed to public good, UC San Diego is uniquely positioned to leverage rapidly developing tools in AI to address pressing issues facing humanity.” Tara Javidi

This virtual event held in November of 2022 highlighted significant advancements in the development of management-relevant prescribed fire and wildfire planning tools with a focus on next-generation fuels and fire behavior models.

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WIFIRE, based at UC San Diego, is a small part of a large partnership fighting fires across the state.