PSR - November 7, 2025

AI bridges data-sharing gaps for faster disaster response

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November 07, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being leveraged to create "data fabrics" that unify fragmented information from various state, local, and federal agencies during emergencies. This technology is crucial for tackling the long-standing problem of interoperability—where disparate radios, databases, and reporting formats cause delays in decision-making.

By synthesizing this data, AI allows for a common operating picture and pushes immediate analysis directly to first responders, significantly accelerating reaction times and enhancing the ability to pre-stage resources or predict how disasters like floods or wildfires might evolve.

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