Mercury Insurance (NYSE: MCY) announced a strategic investment in BurnBot, a wildfire mitigation technology company, according to a company statement released May 12.

BurnBot develops robotic systems for hazardous fuels reduction and vegetation management. The company works with public agencies, utilities and communities to reduce wildfire risk across wildland-urban interface areas.

The partnership will initially focus on California, where BurnBot's mitigation efforts are already underway, with potential expansion based on results.

"Wildfire risk is a major concern for many communities and addressing it requires more than traditional approaches," said Victor Joseph, president and chief operating officer of Mercury Insurance. "Insurers have a responsibility to support mitigation and resilience initiatives."

Anukool Lakhina, CEO of BurnBot, said the partnership aims to connect real-world risk reduction with insurance outcomes.

Mercury Insurance operates as a multiple-line insurance carrier offering personal auto, homeowners, renters and commercial insurance through independent agents in 11 states. The company has earned an "A" rating from A.M. Best.

The investment amount was not disclosed in the announcement.