High Resolution Flood Extent Detection Using Deep Learning with Random Forest Derived Training Labels

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Deep learning with Random Forest derived training labels is used for high resolution flood extent detection

advanced Published 25 Mar 2026
Action Steps
  1. Collect high-frequency, high-resolution optical imagery from sources like PlanetScope
  2. Use Random Forest to derive training labels for flood extent detection
  3. Train a deep learning model using the derived training labels
  4. Validate the model using limited observations during extreme events
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Data scientists and AI engineers on a team can benefit from this research as it provides a novel approach to flood mapping, which can be applied to various disaster response and risk mitigation scenarios

Key Insight

💡 Random Forest can be used to derive training labels for deep learning-based flood extent detection

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💡 Deep learning + Random Forest for high-res flood mapping

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Deep learning with Random Forest derived training labels is used for high resolution flood extent detection

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Title: High Resolution Flood Extent Detection Using Deep Learning with Random Forest Derived Training Labels

Abstract:
arXiv:2603.22518v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Validation of flood models, used to support risk mitigation strategies, remains challenging due to limited observations during extreme events. High-frequency, high-resolution optical imagery (~3 m), such as PlanetScope, offers new opportunities for flood mapping, although applications remain limited by cloud cover and the lack of labeled training data during disasters. To address this, we develop a flood mapping framework that integrates PlanetSc
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