"Following Wildfire" is an AI-powered tool that scans social media images for early signs of wildfire.Executing on the project’s vision required a coalition of creative and technological forces.Technology: At the heart of this initiative is our proprietary algorithm, designed to scan major social media platforms for images tagged with #FollowingWildfire and other popular outdoors hashtags and locations. It detects signs of wildfires, such as smoke or flames, particularly in images from areas where human activity is prevalent, then integrates this data with regional weather and vegetation conditions to assess the risk and potential spread of fires. Trained specialists review these detections, ensuring accuracy and reliability before alerting the local fire authorities.Digital User Experience: Our priority was a seamless user experience. Users simply tag their photos as they normally would, and our system does the rest. The dedicated Following Wildfire website offers an immersive, sound-guided journey, providing vital information about wildfire impacts and prevention. It also features a 3D map of potential wildfire risks, offering a dynamic and engaging user interface, fostering a deeper connection to the cause.Supporting Channels: To amplify our reach, we leveraged PR as well as traditional and digital media channels and influencers, encouraging Canadians to participate and share their photos while they’re in the outdoors, by using the #FollowingWildfire hashtag.