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Large forest fires fueled by climate change have burned over 1 million acres in California and Oregon, marking a destructive start to wildfire season and emphasizing the need for new solutions. Artificial intelligence (AI) is being increasingly utilized to combat wildfires, with its ability to detect smoke, spot fires from satellites, and predict fire behavior in different terrains. The Biden administration announced a $20 million investment to enhance wildfire detection, tracking, and public safety data.
While AI has proven beneficial in aiding residents and providing early warning systems, there are concerns about its effectiveness on the front lines where human intervention remains crucial. Wildland firefighter veteran Max Alonzo expressed skepticism about AI's impact, emphasizing the importance of addressing pay and welfare disputes within the federal government's firefighting service. Despite advancements in AI technology, human firefighters are still considered the frontline defense against wildfires.
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