A disaster monitoring system based on artificial intelligence (AI) is being tested in Anyang to quickly assess and respond to flooding during heavy rainfall.
On September 11, Anyang City officials reviewed the pilot application of the Ministry of Interior and Safety's 'Flood Detection AI Model' at the Smart City Integrated Center and discussed future technology enhancements.
According to the city, Park Hyung-bae, head of the Safety Prevention Policy Office at the Ministry of Interior and Safety, visited the site to observe the project's progress and the operation of the integrated center.
The city is participating in the government's disaster prediction and monitoring system enhancement project by utilizing approximately 8,000 CCTV cameras installed in security, traffic, and safety sectors, along with the integrated center's video management capabilities.
Since being selected as a demonstration site in May, the AI-based flood detection model has been undergoing field verification since June.
The system analyzes incoming CCTV footage in real-time using AI. The key feature is its ability to quickly alert monitoring personnel when abnormal situations related to flooding, such as rising river levels or water accumulation on roads, are detected.
Previously, monitoring personnel had to manually check multiple screens to assess risk situations. With AI video analysis, the system can simultaneously analyze numerous CCTV feeds to identify anomalies.
This early detection is crucial, especially during heavy rainfall, as it allows for timely road closures and resident evacuations.
The city plans to continue verifying the model's accuracy, focusing on flood-prone areas, and strengthen its integration with actual disaster response systems.
During the review, explanations were provided regarding the operation of the Smart City Integrated Center and the application of the AI flood detection model.
The Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information (KISTI) presented trends in AI technology research and future enhancement directions, sharing the potential for utilizing video information in disaster situations.
Citizens have responded positively to the establishment of the AI-based flood monitoring system, while also emphasizing the importance of its effectiveness in real disaster scenarios.
In particular, there is a consensus that if AI can identify risk signs and alert monitoring personnel before a sudden heavy rainfall occurs, it will help reduce response times.
Meanwhile, Deputy Mayor Lee Gye-sam emphasized that "speed and accuracy are crucial in disaster response" and stated, "We will continuously develop disaster response technologies based on the Smart City Integrated Center to ensure citizen safety."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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