Artificial Intelligence

Natural disasters are increasing in frequency and ferocity. Here's how AI can come to the rescue

hurricane cyclone digital map from NASA

There are many initiatives to harness artificial intelligence to improve disaster resilience and relief efforts. Image: NASA/Unsplash

Ashley van Heteren
Associate Partner and Co-Lead of McKinsey’s Noble Intelligence Initiative, McKinsey & Company
Martin Hirt
Senior Partner, Lead of the Strategy Practice & Co-Lead of McKinsey’s Noble Intelligence Initiative, McKinsey & Company
Lieven Van der Veken
Senior Partner, Leader in the Public and Social Sector Practice, McKinsey & Company
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