Rogers Brings World Leading Wildfire Detection and Prevention Technology to British Columbia
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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications today announced it is investing in industry-leading wildfire detection and prevention technology as part of the company’s commitment to keeping Canadians and first responders safe. The company will use its national network and technology partnerships to help combat climate change-related events in communities across the country.
Key Points:
- VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications today announced it is investing in industry-leading wildfire detection and prevention technology as part of the company’s commitment to keeping Canadians and first responders safe.
- Rogers is using satellite-connected sensors, with SpaceX’s low-bandwidth Swarm service, to better predict wildfires in remote areas of British Columbia without wireless networks.
- Rogers is introducing Pano AI cameras on the Rogers 5G network that detect smoke up to a 20-kilometre range.
- The company is also donating satellite phones to the British Columbia Search and Rescue Association to support first responders.