ExtremeXP at IGARSS 2024 : Revolutionising Flash Flood Prediction with AI
Gwendoline Stéphan and Loïc Dumas, two passionate researchers, recently presented their innovative work at the IGARSS 2024 conference (International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium) held in Athens from 7 to 12 July. Their presentation, focusing on the prediction of flash floods using artificial intelligence models, is part of the ambitious ExtremeXP project funded by Horizon Europe.
A Prestigious Symposium for Crucial Debates
IGARSS is one of the most prestigious events in the field of geoscience and remote sensing, bringing together experts from around the world to share the latest technological and scientific advances. This year’s conference highlighted critical topics related to risk and disaster management, with a particular focus on the use of satellites and artificial intelligence for the detection and prediction of natural disasters (floods, earthquakes, landslides) and the management of associated damage.
An Outstanding Contribution to the Risk and Disaster Management Session
The presentation by Gwendoline Stéphan and Loïc Dumas was part of the session dedicated to ‘Risk and Disaster Management’, drawing attention to their innovative research using AI to predict flash floods. Flash floods are a serious threat, causing considerable damage in a short space of time. The ability to accurately predict these events can save lives and reduce property damage. Their work, developed as part of the ExtremeXP project, uses artificial intelligence models to analyse satellite data and other remote sensing sources to predict flash floods. This approach combines advanced machine learning algorithms with real-time data, enabling early detection and rapid response to extreme weather events. The presentation was well received by the scientific community present, highlighting the importance and potential of AI models in natural disaster risk management. By harnessing the capabilities of satellites and AI technologies, this research paves the way for more effective and reliable forecasting systems, contributing to the safety and resilience of communities in the face of extreme weather events.
The participation of Gwendoline Stéphan and Loïc Dumas in the IGARSS 2024 conference represents a significant step forward in the application of artificial intelligence to the management of natural disasters. Thanks to projects like ExtremeXP, the future of risk and disaster management looks promising and safer.
