AI scans Korea's highways to keep wildlife, drivers safe
On winding roads where mountainous terrain meets heavy traffic, a rustle in the brush at dusk can turn into a deadly collision within seconds. Roadkill incidents pose a constant hazard to wildlife and motorists across Korea, often resulting in severe property damage, human injuries and secondary pileups on high-speed thoroughfares. In a bid to prevent such incidents, the Ministry of Climate,…
On winding roads where mountainous terrain converges with heavy traffic, a subtle movement in the foliage during dusk can trigger a fatal accident within seconds. Roadkill incidents constitute a persistent danger to both wildlife and motorists in Korea, frequently leading to substantial property damage, human injuries, and secondary chain reactions on high-speed thoroughfares.
To mitigate such occurrences, the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment plans to inaugurate a pilot artificial intelligence (AI) driven roadkill prevention system on Wednesday along National Route 17 in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province in central Korea. While traditional measures such as wildlife overpasses, eco-corridors, and fencing have curtailed animal fatalities along extensive highway stretches, intersections and entrance or exit ramps remain challenging to secure without obstructing traffic or impeding human access, thereby creating weak points in eco-fencing networks.
The innovative system addresses these weak points through intelligent surveillance. Closed-circuit television cameras consistently monitor the roadside environment. Upon detecting an animal approaching the road, AI algorithms intervene promptly to avert potential collisions.
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