Possibility of Implementation of the Advanced Fire Detection Information System for the Frushka Gora National Park

Abstract

Every summer season an open space fires takes lives and result in huge economic, environmental and cultural losses. Timing is one of the most critical parameters. To spot fire as soon as possible, to locate fire as accurate as possible, to react as quick and efficient as possible, are some of the imperatives to save lives and minimise damage. This paper presents an ongoing development of the Advanced Fire Location and Information System. It was developed for South Africa and is in the process of improvement and modification to accommodate user requirements of "Fruška Gora" National Park, with the intention to expand it to all countries in southern and southeastern Europe. Fire information systems utilises MODIS and MSG satellite images to detect and locate fire, and e-mail and SMS messaging to deliver critical information to disaster risk managers and decision makers. It is result of the