Scaling Sentry: An early warning detection system to save lives
THE CHALLENGE
Airstrikes have been the largest single cause of civilian death in Syria since 2013. Over 80,000 civilians are estimated to have been killed and more than 375,000 have been injured as a result of airstrikes, since 2013. Airstrikes continue to take the lives of innocent civilians and humanitarian workers, severely increasing the human cost of war. Without information to anticipate pending airstrikes and evacuate accordingly, both civilians and humanitarian workers will continue to pay a heavy cost for Syria’s prolonged conflict.
THE SOLUTION
To address this critical challenge, Hala Systems developed Sentry Syria, a cutting-edge early warning system that uses advanced technology to provide civilians and humanitarian actors with timely and accurate alerts. Leveraging acoustic sensors, open-source media, and human observations reported via a mobile app, Sentry validates data through algorithms to predict the likely target and arrival time of airstrikes.
Sentry delivers warnings through various platforms, including social media, Sentry-connected sirens and warning lights, and radio rebroadcasts, reaching tens of thousands daily. The system provides more than 8 minutes of warning, empowering civilians to protect themselves and reducing airstrike casualties significantly. With over 100,000 observations recorded and an average of 140 warnings issued daily, Sentry has become a critical lifeline in conflict zones, safeguarding lives and supporting community resilience.
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