Why LiDAR Mapping Matters More During Wildfires

3D terrain visualization created with LiDAR mapping to show elevation and slope patterns

Texas wildfires are no longer rare events. Each year, they grow faster, burn hotter, and spread farther. When fires break out, most people focus on flames, smoke, and evacuations. However, behind every major wildfire response is something far less visible: maps. More specifically, LiDAR mapping. While news coverage shows helicopters and fire lines, emergency teams […]