Design and Development of a Solar-Powered IoT-Based Fire Alarm System with Integrated GPS and GSM for Enhanced Emergency Response

The prevalence of fire incidents has increased alongside rising global temperatures, necessitating more sophisticated fire alarm systems. This intensity of fire emergency occurrence highlighted the deficiencies in current fire alarm and navigation systems within buildings, often leading to delayed response times, elevated risks, and impeded rescue operations. The limitations of Traditional fire alarm systems, which rely on grid power, render them susceptible to outages, and their absence of critical technologies restricts their effectiveness in prompt emergency communication and response. This study aims to overcome these challenges by designing and developing a solar-powered, IoT-based fire alarm system integrated with GPS and GSM modules, assuring continued operation during power failures and bolstering emergency response capabilities. The integration of solar power ensures sustainable operation, and the Internet of Things (IoT) enables real-time data transmission, optimizing the early detection and response to fire incidents. The incorporation of the Global Positioning System and Global System for Mobile Communications offers real-time monitoring, precise location tracking, and swift communication, fostering timely alerts that improve evacuation processes and support emergency responders. This advancement in fire safety has the potential to significantly reduce response time, minimize property damage, address negative impacts on global warming caused by fires, as well as save lives.