AI for Better Weather Forecasts and Wildfire Management
This act aims to use artificial intelligence to improve weather forecasts and warnings for extreme events like wildfires. Citizens can expect more accurate and timely information about threats, allowing for better preparation for severe weather and increased safety. The act also plans to make data publicly available, which can foster innovation.
Key points
Improved Weather Forecasts: NOAA will use AI to create more accurate weather forecasts, including long-term ones, aiding daily planning and risk management.
Wildfire Warnings: A program will be established using AI to predict and detect wildfires, and to warn at-risk communities and emergency responders.
Support for Emergency Services: AI will help emergency managers make better operational decisions based on weather forecasts and fire threats.
Data Access: Data and tools developed under this act may be publicly available, fostering new technology and application development by businesses and researchers.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2770
Sponsor: Rep. Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18]
Process start date: 2025-04-09