Automatic wildfire burn scar monitoring

Public sector Greece

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OrionLab continuously monitors wildfire events and autonomously produces highly accurate burn scar maps - aiding authorities to assess the full scope of the incident, identify affected assets, and strategically prioritize resources for the most effective restoration and recovery of the impacted area.

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SDG 13 Climate action

SDG 15 Life on land

#analyze Examine satellite images and data to assess the severity of the wildfire, generating precise burn scar mappings.

#automate Streamline the process of burn scar mapping by fully automating the system, ensuring quick and accurate output without manual effort.

#monitor Track wildfire events in real-time to provide up-to-date information on fire activity and affected areas.

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Developed by: Public Sector
Deployment Type: Cloud-Based AI Service & API
Community Moderation: Does not require community manager
Difficulty Level: Requires developer
License: Open-source

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