Could a fire-breathing robot lead the fight against wildfires? 🔥

Wildfires are posing a growing threat, and new technology is being used to respond to them. James Stewart explains how robots, smart sensors and satellites are being applied to reduce fire risk and detect fires earlier, with the aim of protecting forests and communities. The video is part of BBC Earth's "Fixing the Planet" digital series, sponsored by Speed and Scale, which features everyday choices and emerging innovations for environmental protection. It is published by BBC Earth Science.

• Robots, smart sensors and satellites used against wildfires
• Earlier fire detection to reduce risk
• Protecting forests and communities
• Part of the Fixing the Planet series

As wildfires become an increasing threat, new technology is helping us fight back. James Stewart explains how robots, smart sensors and satellites are being used to reduce fire risks, detecting them earlier and help protect forests and communities. #FixingThePlanet is a digital series, sponsored by @speedandscale, that spotlights everyday choices and cutting-edge innovations that can help us preserve our planet for generations to come. Find out more: https://www.bbcearth.com/fixing-the-planet 🔗💚 Best of Earth Science: http://bit.ly/EarthLabOriginals Best of BBC Earth: http://bit.ly/TheBestOfBBCEarthVideos This is a channel from BBC Studios who help fund new BBC programmes. Service information and feedback: http://bbcworldwide.com/vod-feedback--contact-details.aspx