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The Growing Wildfire Problem Wildfires are no longer a problem limited to traditionally "hot" countries. In recent years, nations once considered low risk, such as the Netherlands and Canada, have faced increasingly severe fire seasons. In 2024 alone, the European Union invested €600 million to bolster its wildfire suppression capabilities, including the purchase of 12 new aircraft to support aerial firefighting operations (Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations, 2024) . This investment demonstrates how seriously the EU is taking the threat. But while suppression is necessary, it raises a critical question: Are we only reacting to wildfires instead of addressing their root causes? What if the same level of attention and funding went into prevention? Wildfire Prevention: A Smarter Strategy Rather than focusing all our resources on fighting fires once they ignite, we need to prioritise stopping them before they start. Think of wildfire prevention like routine maintenance on a car: you don’t wait for the engine to break down, you service it to avoid the breakdown altogether. Prevention is proactive, cost-effective, and often far less destructive than firefighting. In fact, every dollar spent on wildfire prevention can save communities between $5 and $10 in suppression and recovery costs (National Institute of Standards and Technology, 2017) . How to prevent wildfires? That is where LUCI comes in. LUCI is an AI-powered wildfire prevention tool designed to keep communities one step ahead of the fire. Whether it is wildfire season or not, LUCI continuously analyses your land to detect high-risk zones. It provides clear insights into when , where , and why  a wildfire could ignite, empowering you to take targeted, preventive actions before a fire ever starts. Are You Ready to Fight Wildfires at the Source? It’s time to shift the mindset from reaction to prevention. Let LUCI help you tackle the wildfire crisis at its core—intelligently, proactively, and sustainably. References: Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations. (2024, March 25). EU provides €600 million to strengthen rescEU firefighting fleet. European Commission. https://civil-protection-humanitarian-aid.ec.europa.eu/news-stories/news/eu-provides-eu600-million-strengthen-resceu-firefighting-fleet-2024-03-25_en National Institute of Standards and Technology. (2017). Costs and losses of wildfires. https://www.nist.gov/publications/costs-and-losses-wildfires

CHRIS Stitching Together a Clearer Picture of Wildfires When battling wildfires, time and clarity are everything. CHRIS is a wildfire response support solution that transforms raw drone footage into actionable intelligence, in near real-time. By stitching together images from drones in near real-time, CHRIS generates a high-resolution, bird’s-eye view of active wildfire zones. The resulting map includes precise fire boundaries, GPS-located hotspots, and a clear spatial context, all crucial for emergency teams on the ground. The video above showcases CHRIS in action, illustrating how scattered visuals from multiple images are transformed into a coherent operational map. This enhanced situational awareness allows first responders to plan evacuations, allocate resources, and fight the fire more effectively. Whether it's day or night, wide-scale or fast-spreading, CHRIS provides emergency crews with the clarity they need—right when they need it. Are you ready to get a better overview of wildfires? Learn more about CHRIS now. Problem: Getting a Meaningful Wildfire Overview As technology evolves, so does the toolkit of modern fire departments. Drones are now a common sight in wildfire response, offering quick aerial views of affected areas. However, a single drone feed, even when live, is often hard to interpret. Take a moment to watch the first video above. You’ll notice that trying to locate a fire based on a vague reference like “the third tree to the left” just isn’t practical. Drone footage alone, while visually informative, lacks geospatial clarity and a sense of scale.

What Are Wildfires? Wildfires are intense, uncontrolled fires that burn across forests, grasslands, or bushlands. These natural disasters can spread rapidly and consume vast areas, leaving lasting impacts on the environment, economy, and human health. With thousands of wildfires occurring globally each year, it's important to understand how they start, what causes them, and why they seem to be happening more often. In this post, we’ll explore the causes of wildfires, their growing intensity, and the regions most at risk. Impact of Wildfires The effects of wildfires extend far beyond the obvious damage - the areas they burn. Environmental Damage Wildfires destroy forests and animal habitats, reduce biodiversity, and contribute to soil erosion and water contamination. Air Pollution Smoke from wildfires contains harmful particulates and carbon dioxide, worsening air quality and contributing to global warming. Health Hazards Poor air quality from wildfire smoke can cause respiratory issues, especially for children, the elderly, and those with preexisting conditions. Economic Cost The cost of wildfire damage—including firefighting, emergency response, property loss, and recovery—can be enormous. For instance, in 2023, wildfires in Europe caused an estimated €4.1 billion in damages (Bloomberg, 2023). (Bloomberg, 2023) Are Wildfires Getting Worse? Short answer, yes! Research shows that climate change plays a key role in increasing wildfire risk. Rising temperatures, long-term droughts, and changing rainfall patterns are creating perfect conditions for wildfires to ignite and spread (Center for American Progress, 2020). Human activity also plays a growing role. Urban expansion into wildland areas introduces more ignition sources and infrastructure, which can make fires worse. According to NASA, human-caused wildfires now outnumber naturally occurring ones (NASA, n.d.). Moreover, human-caused wildfires tend to be more destructive and harder to control (Joosse, 2020). Most common places for Wildfires? Although wildfires can occur anywhere dry conditions and flammable vegetation exist, certain areas are especially vulnerable. These include: California and the Western United States With hot, dry summers and extensive forests, this region is a hotspot for wildfires (Western Fire Chiefs Association, n.d.). Australia The dry bushland and hot climate make Australia particularly prone to bushfires. Mediterranean countries Countries like Greece, Spain and Italy regularly face summer wildfires due to their dry climates. Amazon Rainforest Although typically humid, deforestation and dry conditions have led to increased fires in this region. What causes wildfires? Wildfires are caused by natural phenomena and human activity. While nature can start fires, humans are responsible for the majority—nearly 90% of wildfires in the U.S., for example (Western Fire Chiefs Association, n.d). Natural Causes Lightning Strikes When lightning strikes a tree or dry vegetation, it can ignite a wildfire. This is the most common natural cause of wildfires. Spontaneous combustion Under specific conditions, organic material like compost or hay can self-ignite due to heat buildup. Human Causes Campfires left attended Many natural and camping areas provide specific locations for campfires. Unfortunately, these rules are not always followed, and fires are sometimes left unsupervised, increasing the risk of a wildfire. Discarded cigarettes Lit cigarettes are frequently thrown from vehicles or buildings, and when they land on dry vegetation, they can easily ignite it, potentially causing fast-spreading fires. Burning Debris Under the right conditions, burning yard debris can quickly escalate into a wildfire. Wind can carry embers over long distances, igniting multiple new hotspots. Power lines  Faulty or downed lines can ignite nearby vegetation Arson Unfortunately, fires are also set intentionally by people. Conclusion Understanding how wildfires start is key to preventing them. While some causes are natural and unavoidable, many wildfires are sparked by human negligence or activity. As wildfires become more frequent and intense, proactive efforts and wildfire prevention, such as responsible land management, public awareness, and climate action, are essential. By addressing both the causes and the conditions that fuel wildfires, we can work toward a future with fewer destructive fire events. References: Bloomberg News. (2023, September 4). Greece suffers most damage as wildfires cost Europe €4.1 billion . Bloomberg. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-09-04/greece-suffers-most-damage-as-wildfires-cost-europe-4-1-billion Western Fire Chiefs Association. (n.d.). What causes wildfires?   https://wfca.com/wildfire-articles/what-causes-wildfires/#:~:text=Humans%20cause%20nearly%2090%25%20of,lightning%20strikes%20and%20volcanic%20eruptions Center for American Progress. (2020, August 28). How climate change makes wildfires more dangerous . https://www.americanprogress.org/article/how-climate-change-makes-wildfires-more-dangerous/ NASA .  (n.d.). Wildfires and climate change . NASA Science. https://science.nasa.gov/wildfires-and-climate-change/ Joosse, T. (2020, February 27). Human-sparked wildfires are more destructive than those caused by nature . Science. https://www.science.org/content/article/human-sparked-wildfires-are-more-destructive-those-caused-nature Western Fire Chiefs Association. (n.d.). Where do wildfires occur?   https://wfca.com/wildfire-articles/where-do-wildfires-occur/

MEJOR Technologies offers wildfire prevention and mitigation solutions. MEJOR Technologies mission is to protect nature, people, and their properties from wildfires through innovative technologies. About Us How it all started The idea of MEJOR Technologies came back in 2021 when two co-workers were discussing the Australian bushfires and the devastating results of it. The idea that to truly prevent and manage wildfires you would have to be monitoring wildfires everywhere, always, was born. And so MEJOR Technologies was established, with the name coming from the two co-founders ME lvin and JOR is - MEJOR Technologies. Today Today MEJOR Technologies is a Dutch-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company. MEJOR Technologies has developed two SaaS solutions, and these are LUCI for Wildfire Prevention and CHRIS for Wildfire Mitigation. MEJOR Technologies - Better tech for a brighter tomorrow. Do you want to learn more about MEJOR Technologies or are you interested in investing on a fast-growing start-up, contact us here now! CONTACT Vision MEJOR Technologies' vision is to become the global leader in sustainable wildfire management, protecting ecosystems, communities, and economies through advanced AI-driven technologies. Mission At MEJOR Technologies our mission is to protect nature, people, and their properties from wildfires through innovative technologies. MEJOR Technologies Team Melvin CEO & Co - founder Stijn Head of Sales Hanna Allround Marketeer Luc ML Engineer Joris CTO & Co - founder Bob Software Engineer Sven Product Manager

Prevent and mitigate wildfires with the solutions of MEJOR Technologies. Data- and AI-driven Wildfire Prevention and Mitigation. Book a Free Demo Learn More Wildfire Prevention & Response Solutions CHRIS - Real-Time Wildfire Mapping During wildfire support tool, providing a bird-eye view map of the wildfire. Learn More Become Reseller LUCI - AI Powered Wildfire Prevention Pre-fire risk assessment focussed on when, where and why a wildfire might occur. Learn More Become Reseller What our clients say "MEJOR Technologies’ LUCI solution helped me assess wildfire risks within two potential regions with clear, data-driven insights. The wildfire risk maps gave me the confidence to make an informed decision and invest safely. I highly recommend MEJOR Technologies for land risk management." Nick Diamantopolous, Founder of Australian Garlic Partners & Research Partner To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Ready to prevent and mitigate wildfires? Start saving forests and money using MEJOR Wildfire Services. Contact Request a quote

Do you want to efficiently prevent and mitigate wildfires to save money? Contact MEJOR Technologies today! Are you ready to start preventing and managing wildfires? Leave your contact details to book a free Demo! First Name Last Name Email Code Phone Company Subject Message Submit Contact Details Address Paulus Borstraat 37E 3812 TA, Amersfoort, The Netherlands Phone +31 6 39 50 2510 Email contact@mejortechnologies.com