Tairāwhiti developed an AI-assisted system to manage large woody debris (LWD) after severe weather and Cyclone Gabrielle. Using aerial and drone imagery with a Multi-Criteria Assessment, the programme prioritises risks, directs resources efficiently, and protects infrastructure and communities. Over 600,000 m³ of debris has been removed from rivers and beaches, safeguarding transport routes, water systems, farmland, and coastal areas.
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Gisborne District Council
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