Horn of Africa Fights Back Against Extreme Weather with AI

The Horn of Africa, a region grappling with devastating floods due to climate change, is turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for help, AfricaNews reported yesterday.

Scientists at Oxford University are developing an AI system that can predict extreme weather events using satellite data and weather forecasts, the source mentioned.

This “laptop weather forecaster” offers a lifeline to countries lacking expensive supercomputers for traditional weather prediction. With a 48-hour warning, communities can prepare for floods, saving lives and livelihoods.

The success of this pilot program could see AI become a powerful tool in the fight against climate change’s impact worldwide.