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Three trailblazing Sunshine Coast companies are changing the way bushfires are detected and defeated in an emergency response where minutes can make a world of difference.
Fireball International, Helitak and McDermott Aviation have linked up to put world-first technology to use.
Fireball International uses a series of artificial intelligence systems that collect and analyse data of ground based sensors, cameras and satellites to detect and report bushfires in less than three minutes after they start.
Founder and CEO Christopher Tylor said every minute counted when it came to bushfires.
“Currently, it takes approximately 45 minutes for a bushfire to be reported so our technology will significantly reduce the notification time in areas where our system is installed,” Mr Tylor said.