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Smoke can hide hotspots long after visible flames disappear. A fire area may appear secure while dangerous heat remains active under the surface. In many incidents, responders are asked to make critical decisions without seeing the full picture.
That challenge is becoming harder to manage. According to the World Meteorological Organization and the United Nations Environment Programme, the number of extreme wildfires worldwide is projected to increase by up to 14% by 2030, 30% by 2050, and 50% by the end of the century.
Fire services are also protecting growing communities, expanding infrastructure, and larger areas that can be difficult to…