Illegal campfires
A single match. A careless group. A warm night in the forest. That’s all it takes.
Every year, unauthorised campfires cause hundreds of wildfires, destroying ecosystems, threatening nearby communities, and putting emergency services at risk. While public education is improving, it only takes one reckless act to undo years of forest management.
Sebelo offers a proactive solution: real-time outdoor smoke fire detection, using solar-powered sensors designed to catch illegal fires the moment they start, not hours later when they’re already out of control.
Why Illegal Fires Are a Hidden Threat
Unlike controlled burning or permitted campsites, illegal fires are unpredictable and unmonitored. They're often started:
In dry or fire-restricted periods
Deep in the forest, away from trails
Without fire rings, sand, or safety measures
At night, when no one is watching
By the time someone sees smoke, the fire may have already spread into nearby vegetation or tree roots.
How Sebelo Helps Detect Fires Before They Spread
Sebelo sensors continuously monitor the air for signs of combustion. Placed near popular illegal fire zones or along forest access paths, they detect:
Smoke particles in the air
Sudden temperature spikes
Rapid humidity drops
Atmospheric pressure anomalies
The moment one of these changes is detected, a real-time alert is sent via SMS, email, or app to park rangers, municipal services, or emergency responders.
This allows for:
Fast response before spread
Precise location data
Reduced reliance on patrols and visual spotting
Where to Deploy Sensors
Near popular off-trail gathering spots
Remote access points into forests
Campgrounds with no supervision
Forest roads near urban edges
Wildlife conservation areas
Seasonal fire-risk zones (spring/summer)
System Overview
1. LoRaWAN Gateway
– Coverage up to 10 km
– Connects via Wi-Fi or LTE SIM
– Installed once per area
2. Sebelo Smoke Detection Sensors
– Solar-powered and battery-free
– Mounted on trees, poles, or trail signage
– Weatherproof and low-visibility
🕒 Up to 10 years lifespan
3. Platform Access
– Real-time alerts & live dashboard
– Historical event tracking
– Sensor health monitoring
Why Rangers & Municipalities Choose Sebelo
Reduce need for constant patrols
Monitor large forest areas 24/7
Act fast, not react late
Scalable from a single park to a full region
Supports public safety and wildfire prevention goals
Sebelo gives you digital eyes — even when the forest is quiet.
From Surveillance to Prevention
Unlike cameras, which can be vandalized, and patrols, which can’t be everywhere, Sebelo sensors are discreet, durable, and autonomous. They monitor the air — not the people — and provide an immediate signal when something’s wrong.
You don’t have to catch the person. You just have to catch the smoke.
Take Action Before the Flames Rise
Illegal fires are often hidden. Sebelo makes sure they’re not.
👉 Contact us to equip your park, forest or protected zone with smart fire detection — and stop fires before they start.
