Find Inform Rescue

FIRe is an application that assesses the interaction of the users for data transferring related to firestorms and simultaneously for keeping them updated.

In short, the application enables users to send distress and location signals that inform the authorities of possible fire spots in their immediate area. The signals can also be used as a location tracker in a potential rescue mission.

A central server classifies the signals by degree of danger combining near-real time information provided by satellites like air composition, local temperatures, weather conditions and type of terrain. The server then transfers the data to the local authorities.

The innovation of the application is the ability of the user to take and upload a photo. Through AI, it recognizes if the photograph contains a fire or not. If the picture contains a fire, it is uploaded to the server which through image processing draws data for direction of wind, altitude and intensity of fire. This information are then sent to the authorities.

As soon as the authorities have received the information, they assess the risk, judge and decide the form of their own intervention. They suggest escape paths, map concentration points and define the exact time point of evacuation, to all users in the dangerous area, regardless if a signal was sent or not by them. For users who aren’t connected to the internet, the application receives their last active location and, if necessary, sends a notification message.

Users can also access through the application, a live fire map showing fire spots and their degree of risk. Other important information is available as location fire history background, emergency phone numbers, safety measures first aid videos and frequently asked questions.

For vulnerable groups, which are seniors or children, a wearable bracelet with incorporated panic button and a SIM card is available, providing these users the ability to sent a signal when they are in danger too. In addition, the application sends a message of user’s information to his emergency contacts.

Innovations:

Citizen interaction

Sending information in real time

Immediate update and guidance that have been approved by the authorities.