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MXR-CS-omnr 11/20 One database OMNR determined that Maxar's satellite imagery was the most accurate, cost effective solution for the remote area coverage needed to support its emergency preparedness and planning efforts. Maxar delivered the needed OrthoReady Standard imagery and AFFM fire GIS personnel orthorectified the imagery in-house using their own ground control information so it best aligned with their GIS data. AFFM then layered these orthos with other vector data in their GIS including roads, water, forest stands, and other natural resource data layers such as fish and wildlife, geological data, soils, research plots and utility (gas and hydroelectric) information. The result of these combined datasets was a single database enormously rich in valuable geographic information. Increased efficiency and safety Throughout the 2005 and 2006 fire seasons, OMNR and AFFM employed the data and maps derived from the Maxar high resolution imagery. With it, they determined areas of high fire risk potential (such as homes close to large fuel sources), tracked and predicted the spread of existing fires, planned entry points and staging areas for fire-fighting efforts, and defined emergency evacuation routes. The information was particularly helpful in planning air li evacuations necessary in remote communities with no road access. The benefits in saved lives, property and time are immeasurable. industry ■ Civil government ■ Natural resources products used ■ 60 cm OrthoReady standard bundle (panchromatic and multispectral imagery) The new system resulted in a significant increase in saved time, property and lives. The use of Maxar's OrthoReady Standard Imagery with OMNR ground control information to create a more accurate and comprehensive mapping system. Due to Ontario's propensity for high-powered wind and thunderstorms in combination with outdated road maps, fire prevention and control can be extremely difficult. "Satellite imagery and two-way satellite communication were two technology- based implementations that reduced time and distance factors in forest fire management and emergency planning for us. These solutions considerably reduce costs and enhance public and fire staff safety." TERRY POPOWICH, PROGRAM MANAGER, FIRE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, OMNR Challenge Solution Results info@maxar.com maxar.com Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources uses ■ Fire risk analysis/prevention ■ Emergency response and management ■ Critical infrastructure mapping