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Scientists Develop Rapid Landslide Prediction Technology Following Wildfires and Heavy Rain

Scientists Develop Rapid Landslide Prediction Technology Following Wildfires and Heavy Rain

DAEJEON, South Korea, April 11 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean researchers have developed a breakthrough technology capable of predicting landslide and debris flow risks within two and a half hours following extreme rainfall—offering critical lead time for evacuations, particularly in wildfire-damaged mountain regions. The Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM) announced Thursday that [...]

Big Data, Drones to Safeguard Forests

Big Data, Drones to Safeguard Forests

SEOUL, May 16 (Korea Bizwire) — Drones have been gaining popularity in their application for a wide range of industries, including agriculture and manufacturing. They have become more reliable and capable of different tasks as technology has advanced. The Presidential Fourth Industrial Revolution Committee announced the establishment of an ‘Intelligence-based Forestry Disaster Management Strategy’ on [...]