AI-Powered Outage Forecaster

The Daily Network Outage Forecaster: Empowering Underserved Communities During Climate Challenges Introduction Network connectivity has become an essential lifeline for education, communication, and emergency response. However, in underserved areas, where infrastructure is fragile, weather-induced network outages can have severe consequences. These disruptions exacerbate existing inequalities and significantly impact vulnerable communities, especially during emergencies. Events like the Los Angeles wildfires have shown how sudden environmental changes can sever critical communication lifelines, leaving entire communities isolated when connectivity is needed most. To address these challenges, the Daily Network Outage Forecaster offers a proactive solution. This AI-powered tool predicts potential network disruptions by analyzing real-time weather data, historical outage records, and regional infrastructure vulnerabilities. It enables schools, community centers, and local authorities to prepare effectively, ensuring systems dependent on connectivity remain operational during critical times.