...Fire Hub

Team Name

Happy Team

Team Members

Project Description

Smokey.ai helps keep communities informed and included within fire management across Australia

Data Story

The Fire Hub: Community-Powered Fire Safety for Australia

Purpose & Australian Benefits
Smokey.AI is a comprehensive fire information platform designed specifically for Queensland, Australia, addressing critical bushfire safety challenges through community engagement and AI technology.

Core Benefits for Australia:
1. Centralized Fire Information Hub

Consolidates scattered government resources (QFES, RFS, BOM, Get Ready QLD) into one accessible platform
Eliminates the need to search multiple websites during emergencies
Provides real-time fire incident data with official alert levels (Information, Watch & Act, Emergency Warning)
2. Enhanced Community Vigilance

Enables residents to report fire sightings and smoke observations in real-time
Creates a network of community "spotters" who can provide ground-truth information
Helps fill gaps in official monitoring, especially in remote areas
Supports early detection through crowdsourced reporting
3. Improved Emergency Response

Faster information dissemination to at-risk communities
Better situational awareness for both residents and emergency services
Reduces response times through early community detection
AI Integration & Utilization
1. Fire Safety AI Assistant

Provides instant, 24/7 access to fire safety information in plain English
Explains complex alert levels and emergency procedures
Offers personalized advice based on user location and current fire conditions
Helps users create bushfire survival plans
Interprets official agency data for easier public understanding
2. Intelligent Risk Assessment

AI analyzes community fire sightings to assess risk levels
Provides context-aware safety recommendations
Helps prioritize which reports need immediate attention
3. Smart Communication Hub

AI-powered notification system for emergency contacts
Automated alerts based on proximity to user's home and favorite locations
Intelligent filtering of relevant information
National Impact Potential:
Scalable Model: Framework can be extended to other Australian states facing bushfire risks
Data Integration: Potential to integrate with national emergency management systems
Community Resilience: Builds stronger, more informed communities that can respond effectively to fire threats
Technology Leadership: Demonstrates Australia's capability in emergency management innovation
This platform represents a modern approach to bushfire management, combining official data sources with community intelligence and AI assistance to create a more responsive and informed fire safety ecosystem for Australia.