Posted 3/20/2024, 4:07:01 PM
Google Expands AI Flood Forecasting Globally to Cover 460 Million People
- Developed AI-based flood forecasting model to provide global coverage, including areas with limited data
- Expanded from initial India pilot to cover 80 countries and 460 million people as of 2023
- Pivoted from localized models relying on streamflow data to global model using LSTM networks
- Partnering with academic researchers, aid organizations, WMO to advance forecasting capabilities
- Goal is to continue expanding coverage and forecasting capabilities to help communities mitigate flood risks