How Satellites Help Florida Track And Fight Wildfires

How Satellites Help Florida Track And Fight Wildfires

When Florida wildfires rage, smoke can hide their actual size and direction. Ground crews see only what’s right in front of them, but miles above, satellites capture the whole picture. This totally changes how we handle the hundreds of fires that threaten the state each year. Before, during, and after fires, satellites provide critical intelligence: spot danger zones, map active fires through thick smoke, and assess the damage done. The latest s…