GDEV sets up internal response hub and AI bot to assist wildfire efforts

Limassol-based GDEV announced that it has set up an internal response hub to organise verified updates on local needs, volunteer opportunities on the ground and support efforts for displaced animals and also launched an AI-Powered Wildfire Alert Bot for Cyprus in Telegram.

"Yesterday wildfires have severely impacted communities across Cyprus - including the places some of our team members call home," it said. "At GDEV, we believe technology companies can and should act when crises hit close. That’s why we’ve launched a coordinated support initiative to assist those affected."

And so it said it created an internal response hub to organise:

• verified updates on local needs
• volunteer opportunities on the ground
• support efforts for displaced animals

In addition, GDEV has joined forces with other tech companies via TechIsland, aligning resources to support local authorities and NGOs in their response efforts.

Every action matters — whether it’s sharing information, volunteering your time, or helping coordinate supplies, it noted.

If you're in Cyprus and want to help, you can reach out to GDEV or the TechIsland team: tanya@thetechisland.org

Also, GDEV.ai has launched a tool to help communities stay informed and safer, @ember_eye_bot — is a public AI-powered Telegram bot that provides live wildfire intelligence based on satellite, weather, and air quality data.

This bot was created as a public service for regions where official updates can be slow, inconsistent, or inaccessible, GDEV.ai notes.

Here’s what it does: Every hour, @ember_eye_bot collects and analyzes open-source data using publicly available APIs. It includes:

* Satellite fire detection data 

* Wind direction and speed forecasts

* Local weather conditions

* Air quality index and particulate data

* Basic fire risk forecasting algorithms

It then publishes AI-generated alerts with clear, human-readable guidance such as:

* Distance to nearest active fire

* Wind influence on fire movement

* Air safety (e.g., PM2.5 levels)

* Recommended evacuation readiness (based on models, not official orders)

For example, for Omodos, a village currently affected by wildfires, the bot issued this sample update:

• "DISCLAIMER: This forecast is AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies or outdated data. It is provided for general awareness and is not an official alert. Do not rely on it in emergencies — please call 112 and Cyprus governmental services. We are not responsible for decisions made based on this information.
• LOW RISK

It's natural to feel anxious when fires are nearby. The calmer and more composed you act now, the better you can ensure your family's safety. I'll continue monitoring the situation and inform you of any changes. Stay updated!

• Current Status
• Total active fires in Cyprus: 177
• Closest fire: 11.8km to the WNW from your location
• Fire intensity: 5.7 MW (low power level)
• Fires within 10km radius: 0
• Fire age: less than 1 hour since first detection
• Your safety status: You are in a safe zone with no immediate threat
• Wind Forecast & Impact
• Wind direction: 242° (WSW)
• Wind speed: 19.5 km/h, gusts up to 45 km/h
• Temperature: 31.9°C
• Impact on fires: Wind is blowing parallel to the fires (from WSW to ENE), currently having a neutral impact on fire spread risk to your area
• Air Quality Assessment
• PM2.5: 12.9 μg/m³ (good levels)
• PM10: 19.5 μg/m³
• European AQI: 48 (good)
• Breathing safety: Safe to be outdoors
• Recommendations: Keep windows closed if you notice any smoke, but no critical need for masks or air purifiers at this moment
• Recommended Actions
• Stay informed through official channels (Cyprus Fire Service, 112 alerts)
• Prepare emergency kit: documents, medications, phone charger
• Clear vegetation 30m around your property if possible
• Identify two evacuation routes from your area
• Check on elderly neighbors and relatives

Official contacts: Emergency 112 | Cyprus Fire Service: www.fs.gov.cy

• System Information

Fire data sourced from NASA FIRMS (https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/map/) with 365-meter accuracy, updated hourly. Wind and air quality from open APIs. This information is provided for informational purposes only - we are not responsible for decisions based on this data. Fire conditions change rapidly. Always follow official evacuation orders and call 112 for emergencies.

Official Resources: Cyprus Fire Service (www.fs.gov.cy) | Emergency: 112

Powered by GDEV.ai Intelligence

Share with friends and family - their safety matters too: If you know anyone nearby or have relatives in Cyprus, encourage them to stay informed and prepared. Their safety is important!

Why this matters:

In many areas, especially rural parts of Cyprus, wildfire information is fragmented. Our goal is to offer an independent, real-time (updated once per hour) information source to fill the gap between detection and official response.

This is not a replacement for emergency services — the bot clearly warns users to follow official directives. But it can help residents feel more in control, especially when panic spreads faster than facts.

Here is a link to a bot:

• https://t.me/ember_eye_bot

Government opens account for donations

Meanwhile, the Government of Cyprus has opened an official bank account for donations to support wildfire victims in the Limassol mountain region.

Beneficiary: Republic of Cyprus

Account Name: Wildfire Support Account

Bank: Central Bank of Cyprus

Account Number: 6001027

IBAN: CY42 0010 0001 0000 0000 0600 1027

SWIFT (BIC) Code: CBCYCY2N