🔥Breaking News! S&T teams up with @GovHawaii, @usfire, @fema, & @N5SensorsInc for the Hawaiian Islands wildfire sensor pilot. With 80 wildfire & 16 wind sensors on the horizon, this project will elevate wildfire safety & evacuation strategies. Learn more: https://t.co/R0yc8tbu43 pic.twitter.com/ou1snxT4Yf
— DHS S&T (@dhsscitech) March 8, 2024
Exactly 7 months ago, a tragic fire occurred on Maui. Today, Hawai’i Governor, Josh Green, joined the DHS Science and Technology Directorate (DHS S&T) and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) announced the deployment of an early wildfire detection system so such a disaster won’t happen again.
TechNexus has long invested in technology for early wildfire detection as a supporting partner in the SCITI program with DHS Science & Technology Directorate (DHS S&T). We have actively engaged in identifying and fostering innovative ventures, incubating cutting-edge technology, prioritizing standout solutions, and managing the day-to-day of the program, including the Hawaii deployment.
Our collaboration with N5 Sensors, Inc. has resulted in the deployment of #N5SHIELD, an innovative wildfire detection system, enhancing early warning capabilities and proactively preventing future wildfires.
These sensors are a tool to help communities, especially in fire-prone lands and are instrumental in building a sustainable future in fire-risk areas. In tackling wildfire detection, TechNexus showcases the power of strategic collaboration to create solutions to real-world challenges.
Read the Press Release.
Today we are announcing the planned deployment of 80 wildfire sensors and 16 wind sensors across Hawai‘i. pic.twitter.com/KPbA5dJZd2
— Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i (@GovHawaii) March 8, 2024