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Vocabulary:
- heroic /hi-ROH-ik/
- minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz/
- swiftly /SWIFT-lee/
- allocation /al-uh-KEY-shuhn/
- hazardous /HAZ-er-duhs/
[adjective] – very brave or great
During the fire drill, the teacher displayed a heroic act by guiding the students to safety, showing bravery, and ensuring their well-being.
[verb] – to reduce something to the least possible level or amount
In order to save energy and protect the environment, it is important to minimize the use of electricity by turning off lights when they are not needed.
[adverb] – quickly or immediately
The rabbit swiftly hopped across the meadow, evading the fox’s pursuit with nimble grace.
[noun] – the part of a total amount of something that someone is given to use in a particular way
In our group project, we need to discuss the allocation of tasks among team members to ensure everyone has an equal workload and contributes to the final outcome.
[adjective] – (of substances, materials, activities, or conditions) dangerous
Before entering the laboratory, make sure to wear proper safety equipment to protect yourself from any hazardous materials or substances that may pose a risk to your health.
Article reading:
When wildfires rage, their destructive force can quickly overwhelm traditional firefighting methods. However, firefighting drones provide a promising solution. These aerial devices reach remote areas, aiding firefighters in their battle against the infernos. With thermal cameras, drones detect fire hotspots and track their movements, providing real-time information to ground crews. Additionally, they deliver fire retardants or water swiftly, slowing down the fire’s advance. By deploying drones, firefighters gain an advantage by strategizing their efforts to combat wildfires effectively. Firefighting drones employ cutting-edge technology, including AI and machine learning. These intelligent systems analyze fire patterns, predict behavior, and optimize strategies, empowering firefighters with valuable insights for efficient resource allocation. Drones operate autonomously or remotely, ensuring flexibility and safety in hazardous conditions. They also contribute to wildfire prevention by identifying hazards and aiding in post-fire assessment with high-resolution cameras. This data supports future fire management, ecosystem restoration, and improved firefighting techniques.
Revolutionary firefighting drones combat wildfires with enhanced detection, suppression, prevention, and assessment capabilities. Advancements in technology and ongoing research unleash their full potential, protecting lives, property, and natural habitats from devastating wildfires.
Discussion Questions:
- Have you ever heard about the use of drones in firefighting? If so, what comes to your mind when you think about it?
- What experiences have you or someone you know had with wildfires, and how do you think firefighting drones could have made a difference in those situations?
- Do you agree that firefighting drones have the potential to revolutionize wildfire management?
- According to the article, drones equipped with thermal cameras can detect fire hotspots and track their movements. How do you think this real-time information could be valuable to ground crews?
- The article mentions that drones can deliver fire retardants or water swiftly to slow down the fire’s advance. How do you think this rapid response can benefit firefighters in their battle against wildfires?
Summarization
Describe:
- sci-fi
- destructive
- drone
- restoration
- habitat