Deepest expertise: Silicon Valley (startups, scams, criminal justice, surveillance), wildfire tech & policy, and the tech/law intersection. As a 4th-gen Californian who covered #firetech since 2020 and worked at a wildfire-tech startup in 2025 — I actually know the beat.

Early detection saves lives 🔔 Advanced sensors and IoT-based fire systems now detect heat, smoke, and gas instantly, reducing damage and downtime. Technology is reshaping how we protect people and property. 🔥📡
#FireTech #SafetyFirst #SmartSystems #Innovation

DJI drone ban could raise costs, limit capabilities for Arizona firefighters

Arizona firefighters warn a federal ban on DJI drones could ground their lifesaving tech.

These drones spot hot spots, monitor fires, and even drop lifejackets.

Without new parts, their emergency response could take a huge hit. #FireTech #DroneBan

California’s firefighting is getting a tech upgrade: smart fire trucks, pilotless helicopters, and intelligent uniforms. Talk about a wildfire moonshot! #FireTech #SmartSafety

California’s firefighting is getting a tech upgrade: smart fire trucks, pilotless helicopters, and intelligent uniforms. Talk about a wildfire moonshot! #FireTech #SmartSafety

Smart buildings need smart fire systems 🏢🔥. Integrated tech connects alarms, sprinklers, HVAC, and emergency response—because reaction time matters. Fast detection = fast action. ⏱️🚨 #ConnectedSafety #FireTech

Satellites, Drones, and AI: the New 'High-Tech Quest to Fight Wildfires' - Slashdot There's now an "influx" of startups fightging wildfires, reports the Washington Post. "More than 100 new wildfire-related technologies have launched in the U.S. and around the world since 2023, according to Lori Moore-Merrell, who served as U.S. fire administrator during the Biden administration.....

🔥Eyes in the sky! AI & satellites now hunt wildfires every 20min🌎. A new era of fire defense is dawning!✨ #FireTech

Source: news.slashdot.org/story/25/08/02/0059225/s...

Our last panel of the day will cover cover challenges and needs of shared data and databases for use with AI models and tools.

#2025AIinFEsummit #fireAI #firetech

If you're just joining, we're coming to you live from the #2025AIinFEsummit, talking all about #firetech and #fireAI for all aspects of fire protection! Follow along for insights and highlights from the Summit. View the full program at www.sfpe.org/2025aisummit...

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Der erste #FireSat-Satellit ist im Orbit! 🌍🚀 Das von @GoogleResearch, @Muon_Space & Earth Fire Alliance initiierte Projekt erkennt #Waldbrände in nur 20 Min. ab 5x5 m. KI ersetzt veraltete Satellitenbilder – für schnellere & genauere Hilfe! #FireTech

Der erste #FireSat-Satellit ist im Orbit! 🌍🚀 Das von @GoogleResearch, @Muon_Space & Earth Fire Alliance initiierte Projekt erkennt #Waldbrände in nur 20 Min. ab 5x5 m. KI ersetzt veraltete Satellitenbilder – für schnellere & genauere Hilfe! #FireTech

Robots Are Starting (Good) Fires in California BurnBot’s tank-like robot helps manage wildfire risk by conducting controlled burns with no open flames, minimal smoke and much less manpower.

Returning from vacation, I thought I'd missed the time window to share my #firetech story. Unfortunately, blazes are still raging across California in a prolonged #wildfire season. For those who haven't read the story but would like to, here is @bloomberg.com 🎁 link www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...

Check out my new @biolite firepit courtesy of @barkingnomad - Cause every firepit needs a lithium battery and a bluetooth control app. #firetech #dubiousrainahshepherd