Optimal Location Selection Method for Forest Fire Monitoring Cameras Based on Visibility Analysis - A Case Study in Gimcheon

This study was conducted to propose a method for selecting the optimal locations for unmanned forest fire monitoring cameras, focusing on Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do. A visibility analysis was performed based on panoramic cameras, and additional locations for unmanned forest fire monitoring cameras were suggested to expand fire detecton coverage in non-visible forest areas. Factors considered for site selection included forest areas, visibility coverage, and detection rates by administrative districts. Additionally, locations with wide visibility were identified using a 1:5000 digital topographic map. While increasing the number of cameras expands the visibility area, it also leads to greater overlap, necessitating efficient placement. Furthermore, stable power supply, key protective facilities within and outside the forest, and high-risk forest fire areas must be considered.