• $17.9M investment: Amazon is modernizing Aragon’s flood defenses with AI-driven solutions.
• Early warning system: Real-time data and AI analysis will help Zaragoza predict and respond to floods.
• Climate resilience: Supports Spain’s efforts to protect infrastructure and agriculture from extreme weather.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is leveraging AI to combat flood risks in Aragon, Spain, where it’s investing €15.7B ($17B) in new data centers. The initiative aims to strengthen local infrastructure against natural disasters.

Google’s AI Enhances Global Flood Preparedness

In recent events, Google is advancing flood mitigation with AI-powered forecasting tools. It’s Flood Hub integrates inundation history maps, basin views, and customizable data layers to refine flood risk assessments.

• In Nigeria and Bangladesh, Google-backed organizations used AI-driven forecasts to distribute early cash aid to thousands, helping communities prepare before floods hit.
• The International Rescue Committee (IRC) and GiveDirectly leveraged Google’s Flood API to target high-risk areas with financial relief and disaster response.
• These AI advancements support governments, researchers, and aid groups in strengthening flood resilience worldwide.

Google’s approach aligns with Amazon’s AI-driven flood defense in Spain, showcasing how tech giants are deploying AI to combat climate risks.

The details:

AWS is allocating €17.2M ($17.9M) to:

• Upgrade flood defenses: Supporting Zaragoza’s efforts to fortify key areas like the “Death Ravine,” which saw severe flooding in 2023.
• Optimize water use: AI-powered systems will improve agricultural water management.
• Enhance early warnings: Advanced sensors and cloud computing will deliver real-time flood risk analysis for emergency services.

What they’re saying:

Amazon: “Our AI-powered solutions will help Zaragoza monitor and respond to flood risks more effectively.”

Local authorities: “Investing in flood resilience is critical to protecting both urban and agricultural areas.”

With Spain’s Ebro River posing ongoing risks, Amazon’s AI-driven approach supports climate adaptation while expanding its cloud infrastructure.

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