How we’re helping partners with improved and expanded AI-based flood forecasting

How we’re helping partners with improved and expanded AI-based flood forecasting

Devastating floods cause tragic casualties, widespread displacement and immense financial loss every year. To help governments, NGOs, global organizations and vulnerable communities take action, we’ve worked on breakthrough AI research to provide… Article Source https://blog.google/technology/ai/expanding-flood-forecasting-coverage-helping-partners/

Crews Respond to Flood Fire North of Oracle

10/10 The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management says crews responded to the Flood Fire northwest of Oracle in Pinal County. The fire quickly grew and by last night had charred 500-acres. At this time, there are no threats to… Article Source https://myradioplace.com/2024/10/10/crews-respond-to-flood-fire-north-of-oracle/

Flood Fire Near Oracle Junction Jumps to 3,000 Acres Overnight

10/10 The Flood Fire, northwest of Oracle Junction, grew from 500-acres last night to more than 3,000-acres today. Overnight the fire made a significant push to the northwest due to outflow winds that hit the fire area. Wind gusts around 30… Article Source https://myradioplace.com/2024/10/10/flood-fire-near-oracle-junction-jumps-to-3000-acres-overnight/

‘Flood Fire’ prompting evacuations near Oracle Junction

‘Flood Fire’ prompting evacuations near Oracle Junction

ORACLE JUNCTION, AZ — Pinal County officials are asking residents of the Panther Butte neighborhood near Oracle Junction to evacuate due to the Flood Fire. Sheriff’s officials said Thursday morning that the fire burning near S. Palo Verde… Article Source https://www.abc15.com/news/region-central-southern-az/flood-fire-prompting-evacuations-near-oracle-junction

Flood Fire grows to 4,400 acres but now 30% contained

Flood Fire grows to 4,400 acres but now 30% contained

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – The Flood Fire burning near Oracle Junction was at 4,400 acres and 30% contained as of 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10. The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said it is burning near South Palo Verde Ranch… Article Source https://www.kold.com/2024/10/10/pinal-county-sheriffs-office-issues-evacuation-order-northwest-oracle-junction-neighborhood/

UPDATE: Fire crews say 30% containment on now 4400-acre Flood Fire

UPDATE: Fire crews say 30% containment on now 4400-acre Flood Fire

UPDATE 7:45 p.m. According to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, crews are making “good” progress on Flood Fire, having it 30% contained at 4,400 acres. UPDATE 3:25 p.m. Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management’s… Article Source https://www.kgun9.com/news/state/crews-battle-flood-fire-north-of-oracle-junction