Local risk index
Humidity, temperature and wind combined at each station. You see on a map which spots are at high risk.
Smart Forests
Know when wildfire risk is rising
Sensors in the forest and along its edges measure air humidity, temperature, wind and combustion gases. When conditions turn dangerous or smoke is detected, the people in charge are told at once.
Free first meetingAcross Greece
Smart ForestsPine forest on the edge of town, Attica
Within limits–
- Relative air humidity
- Min, 60′
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- Max, 60′
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- Battery
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- Signal (RSSI)
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Sample data · one reading per minuteLast reading: now
Overview
Conditions first, then smoke
In a Greek summer, low humidity, high temperatures and strong wind create conditions where a small fire spreads very fast. Risk forecasts give a picture per region, but conditions on a specific slope or ravine can differ. A station at your site shows what is happening there, every few minutes.
Next to the weather stations we place combustion gas sensors, which react to smoke and to gases such as carbon monoxide. LoRaWAN covers kilometres in open terrain, with gateways powered by solar panels and connected over 4G or Starlink. The system supports patrols, lookout posts and the Fire Service. It does not replace them.
What you can monitor
Applications
Combustion gas detection
Sensors that react to smoke and gases from burning vegetation. They can give an early sign of a fire near the sensor.
Forest and settlement edges
Stations on the edges of villages, hotels and campsites next to forest. That is where early warning matters most.
Support for volunteers
Volunteer teams and municipalities see conditions in real time and organise patrols at high-risk spots.
Firefighting water tanks
Level sensors in water tanks and cisterns. You know the water is there before you need it.
Dead fuel moisture
Soil and surface vegetation moisture sensors show how dry the fuel on the forest floor is.
How it works
From the sensor to your phone
Each reading travels wirelessly over LoRaWAN, is stored and checked against the limits you set.
Sensor
Measures temperature, humidity, CO₂, level, voltage, vibration or whatever else you need. It usually runs on a battery and sends a reading at regular intervals or when something happens.
Measures temperature, humidity, CO₂, level, voltage, vibration or whatever else you need. It usually runs on a battery and sends a reading at regular intervals or when something happens.
LoRaWAN gateway
Receives the signals from all sensors in the area and forwards them to the internet over Ethernet, 4G or Starlink. One gateway usually covers a whole building or farm.
Receives the signals from all sensors in the area and forwards them to the internet over Ethernet, 4G or Starlink. One gateway usually covers a whole building or farm.
Network server
Manages the devices, decrypts the messages and delivers them to the platform. We use the Helium network or Actility's ThingPark, depending on coverage and project requirements.
Manages the devices, decrypts the messages and delivers them to the platform. We use the Helium network or Actility's ThingPark, depending on coverage and project requirements.
Dashboard
Readings appear as charts, maps and tables in Datacake, Tago.IO or platform.csdynamics.gr. There you set limits, view history and export reports.
Readings appear as charts, maps and tables in Datacake, Tago.IO or platform.csdynamics.gr. There you set limits, view history and export reports.
Alerts
When a value exceeds its limit or a sensor stops sending, the person in charge is told by email, SMS or push notification. You decide who is told, about what and at what times.
When a value exceeds its limit or a sensor stops sending, the person in charge is told by email, SMS or push notification. You decide who is told, about what and at what times.
Equipment
The sensors we install
Wireless and battery-powered, with no cabling. Battery life depends on how often they send readings.
SensorWeather station
MeasuresTemperature, relative humidity, wind speed and direction, rainfall
Where it goesIn open spots, on ridges and at forest edgesWind direction helps estimate which way a fire will move.
SensorCombustion gas sensor
MeasuresCarbon monoxide, volatile compounds and, on some models, particulates
Where it goesOn trees or poles within the vegetation, 2 to 4 metres highIt detects smoke that reaches the sensor, so its range depends on distance and wind. It needs a dense layout.
SensorTemperature and humidity sensor
MeasuresAir temperature and humidity
Where it goesInside the forest, in a shaded housingLow-cost nodes that fill in the network between the full stations.
SensorSoil moisture sensor
MeasuresMoisture in the top layer of soil
Where it goesAt representative points across the forest areaShows how much the ground has dried out since the last rain.
SensorSolar-powered gateway
MeasuresReceives data from all sensors
Where it goesOn a high point with line of sight over the areaConnects over 4G or Starlink and has a battery for night-time and cloudy weather.
Alerts
Know before damage is done
Humidity drops below 20% with strong windA high-risk alert goes to the municipality, the volunteer team and the person responsible for the land.
A gas sensor shows a sharp riseAn immediate SMS and push notification go to the people in charge, with the sensor's position on a map, for quick confirmation.
A sensor or gateway stops communicatingWe and the person in charge get an alert, since it may be a fault or a fire at that spot.
A firefighting tank level drops below the limitThe responsible service gets an alert to refill it.
How we work
How we design a warning network
Risk mapping
We study the area with you: vegetation, settlements and the paths of past wildfires.
Station and coverage plan
We choose sites for stations, gas sensors and gateways, and check LoRaWAN coverage across the terrain.
Installation before summer
We install the equipment in spring, so the system is tested before the fire season.
Rules and recipients
We set risk limits and an alert chain: who is told first, and who is told next if there is no response.
Checks during the season
We check batteries, sensor cleanliness and communication before and during the fire season.
Outcome
What you gain
Local picture of risk
The people in charge see real conditions at each spot, not just a general forecast.
Targeted patrols
Teams go first to where humidity is lowest and wind is strongest.
An extra eye in the field
Gas sensors work around the clock and can give an early sign in places nobody is watching.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can't find what you're looking for? Call us or send us a message.
Can the system detect every wildfire?
No. A gas sensor detects smoke that reaches it, so detection depends on distance, wind and how dense the layout is. The system gives extra information and early signs, and it works alongside lookout posts, patrols and the relevant authorities.
Why is the humidity limit 20%?
Relative humidity below about 20 to 30%, especially with high temperatures and wind, is linked to a higher risk of fire spread. The 20% figure is an indicative limit. We set limits per area, and they can combine several measurements.
How far does the signal reach in a forest?
In open terrain with line of sight, LoRaWAN reaches several kilometres. Dense vegetation and hills reduce the range. That is why gateways go on high points and we measure coverage in the field before the final layout.
How are the sensors powered in the forest?
Most sensors run on batteries, which usually last from one to a few years depending on how often they send data. Gas sensors and stations use more power and often come with a small solar panel.
Who receives the alerts?
Whoever you choose: the municipality, the land manager, the volunteer fire team or the owner. We set up an alert chain, so if the first person does not respond, the next one is told. If there is a fire, calling 112 or 199 is still essential.
Does it suit private land or hotels too?
Yes. Hotels, campsites, industrial sites and settlements next to forest can have their own network of stations around the perimeter. The system can also connect to perimeter cameras or sprinkler systems.
Other IoT solutions
See also
Industries we serve
Get ready before summer
Tell us the area you care about and we will design a network of stations with you before the fire season.