The Southern Fire Exchange has released a new summary on emerging wildland fire technologies (pdf) for 2024. This full color 3-page document provides an insightful overview of cutting-edge tools and innovations designed to enhance wildland fire management practices. From advanced A.I. to aerial drones and thermal cameras, the summary highlights technologies that can improve decision-making, safety, and efficiency in wildland fire management. Whether you’re a fire professional or simply interested in fire science, this summary is a must-read! For more details, check out the full summary here (pdf).

The summary was developed in collaboration with Nathan Burmester, fire manager of the Green Swamp Preserve for the Nature Conservancy in North Carolina. You can watch his “Emerging Technologies in Wildland Fire” webinar recording for an indepth exploration of the tools and resources described on the fact sheet.