Rogers and Vancouver-based SenseNet announced Tuesday a partnership to introduce wildfire detection technology to 10 communities in Alberta and British Columbia.
Powered by the Rogers 5G network, SenseNet’s wildfire detection tech will integrate advanced gas sensors, smoke detection cameras, AI algorithms and real-time data analysis to provide accurate and early alerts for wildfires, according to a Rogers press release.
The 10 communities to initially benefit from the partnership include Sparwood and Willowvale in British Columbia, and Christina Lake, Grand Prairie, Jasper, Marmot Mountain, Peerless Lake, Pelican Mountain, Wabasca-Desmarais and Wood Buffalo in Alberta. The cameras and sensors will be deployed between now and early spring, the press release says.
“Wildfires are impacting communities across the country in an unprecedented way,” Rogers president and CEO Tony Staffieri said in the release. “Climate change requires urgent action and now is the time to work with key strategic partners and use our national network to better detect fires and help reduce their impact on communities.”
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Rogers in expanding our advanced wildfire detection and management solutions across the country,” said Hamed Noori, CEO of SenseNet, in a statement. “With Rogers extensive 5G coverage, combined with our cutting-edge technology integrating satellite, AI, cameras, and sensors, this partnership positions Canada at the forefront of wildfire prevention and management to help protect our environment, communities, and our firefighters on the front lines.”
Rogers has also partnered with the University of British Columbia and BC Wildfire Service to monitor wildfire indicators using 5G sensors. In addition, Rogers has deployed 5G-powered Pano AI cameras on wireless towers in Kelowna and Prince George.
Rogers is also working with SpaceX and Lynk Global to bring satellite-to-mobile phone coverage to parts of Canada that are not served by traditional wireless networks.
