Of all the breakthrough technologies in the past half-century that have contributed to detecting wildfires, Dr. Mike Flannigan, wildfire researcher at TRU, points to a reasonably unassuming device. “Cellphones have allowed the public to locate fires and alert fire management, and we’re seeing more fire agencies coming out with their own apps to make that easier for the public.” Read more
BBC News | Devastating wildfires spur new detection systems
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