Maui Emergency Management Agency Awarded Multi-Year Contract to Genasys for Emergency Alert and AI-Enabled Traffic Management Solutions

Advanced Public Safety Technology to Help Protect Maui Communities

SAN DIEGO, November 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Genasys Inch. (NASDAQ: GNSS), a global leader Protective Communicationannounced today that he signed a 4-year contract. Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) to ensure Genasys EVAC (“EVAC”) And TRAFFIC AI (“TRAFFIC AI”) by Ladris For the island of Maui. This announcement is a significant milestone in public safety and emergency management for the island, which faces devastating wildfires in Lahaina and several Upcountry regions in August 2023.

“MEMA’s contract award to Genasys marks a significant step forward in our efforts to improve disaster preparedness and emergency management in Maui County,” said Mayor Richard Bissen. “These advanced planning and communication tools will allow us to respond more effectively to future emergencies, including: making data-driven evacuation decisions.”

As events in Lahaina and more recently in Florida, North Carolina, and Spain tragically demonstrate, it is critical that advanced emergency alert systems provide timely and targeted updates to residents and visitors. EVAC is a unique emergency planning, management and alerting solution designed to meet this need, enabling citizens to receive real-time information in emergencies. EVAC is currently used in various parts of the United States, including California, Oregon, Colorado, Arizona, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Texas and other locations.

Role of Genasys EVAC and TRAFFIC AI from Ladris

Genasys EVAC, a key solution in the Genasys Protection platform, uses smart technology to enable emergency managers and first responders to quickly identify precise areas, implement optimized evacuation plans, and deliver targeted, clear notifications and alerts, including evacuation and shelter-in-place. Updates using regions. With the Genasys Protect mobile application, citizens can receive location-based notifications to stay safe and informed in emergency situations.

TRAFFIC AI complements EVAC by providing real-time traffic data and analysis. This integration allows emergency managers to more effectively coordinate evacuations and ensures routes are clear and safe for those who want to quickly leave affected areas.

Following careful review by multiple first responder agencies, deployment of EVAC and TRAFFIC AI in Maui County is expected to begin in January 2025, MEMA Administrator Amos Lonokailua-Hewett said. “Our key stakeholders (our fire, police, dispatchers, state partners and others) will provide input on the initial evacuation zones the software will create for each region,” Lonokailua-Hewett said. “Help us prepare to implement technology and real-time communication tools.”

Increasing Public Safety

EVAC and TRAFFIC AI are expected to significantly improve public safety across Maui. MEMA will be better equipped to respond to emergencies, provide timely updates, and ensure the safety of residents and visitors. The systems will offer a comprehensive approach to emergency management by combining advanced decision-making capabilities with real-time traffic data and a publicly available application to facilitate evacuations and improve overall situational awareness.

Genasys Inc. “We are proud to partner with MEMA to bring the power of Genasys Protection to Maui,” said CEO Richard Danforth. “Our goal is to provide advanced tools that improve public safety and ensure residents and visitors receive timely and accurate information.” information in emergency situations. “Awarding this contract is a testament to our commitment to leveraging technology for greater good.”

Benefits of Genasys Protection Software

The deployment of EVAC and TRAFFIC AI on Maui is expected to increase the island’s emergency management capabilities. Providing real-time updates and traffic data, these systems will allow MEMA to more efficiently plan and coordinate interventions to keep residents and visitors informed and safe.

Integration of these advanced technologies will also help reduce the impact of future emergencies. With the ability to quickly disseminate critical information and manage evacuations more effectively, MEMA will be better prepared to deal with a wide range of emergencies.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, Genasys and MEMA are committed to a 4-year collaboration to further develop the island’s emergency management infrastructure. This involves investigating additional technological advances and expanding the capabilities of existing systems to meet emerging challenges.

Genasys will continue to support MEMA with training and technical assistance to ensure the systems are used to their full potential. Both organizations aim to create a safer, more resilient community on Maui by fostering a close relationship.

For more information about EVAC and TRAFFIC AI, please visit: Genasys website.

Genasys Inc. About

Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS) is a global leader in Protective Communications. Bringing together the company’s most comprehensive portfolio of preparedness, response and analysis software and systems, as well as Long Range Acoustic Devices (LRAD)^®), the Genasys Protection platform is designed around one pillar: ensuring organizations and public safety organizations are “Ready when it matters.” Protecting people and saving lives for more than 40 years, Genasys covers more than 70 million people in more than 100 countries worldwide, including more than 550 U.S. cities. genasys.com.

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