Crews fighting the second-largest wildfire in New Mexico’s history are trying to take advantage of several days of mild winds to gain control over a fire that had charred more than 450 square miles by Sunday ByAssociated Press May 15, 2022, 7:45 PM • 3 min read Share to FacebookShare to TwitterEmail this article SANTA…
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Lockheed tests AI to fight wildfires
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) – A global defense company shared details with FOX31 about the use of cutting-edge technology used in battlegrounds around the world to help fight wildfires. “Recognizing patterns, learning from experience, drawing conclusions, making predictions, or taking action,” said Dan Lordan, senior manager for AI integration at Lockheed Martin Artificial Intelligence Center….
Wildfires, water restrictions and homicide victims
Data: NOAA; Chart: Erin Davis/Axios Visuals It is only May, and the worsening, long-term drought in the Southwest is taxing water managers, firefighters and even homicide detectives in new ways. Why it matters: The region is stuck in a “megadrought” lasting more than two decades, and studies show it is more severe than any in…