Devastating California wildfires highlight the growing challenges of firefighting in a warming world. Experts urge better urban planning, forest management, and new tech like AI, drones, and water mist systems. As wildfires intensify, innovative strategies are crucial to protecting lives and property.

On Wednesday, October 9th, 2024, members of the first responder community gathered for Equipped's Mid-Atlantic Technology Summit at the World Trade Center in Baltimore, Maryland. This one-day conference, generously supported by ASSUREd Safe, Tekniam, and Red Hat, focused on enhancing practical field knowledge for emergency response professionals.