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March 26, 2014

When Waters Rise: NASA Improves Flood Safety
Greenbelt MD (SPX) Mar 25, 2014
Flooding is the most frequent and widespread weather-related natural disaster, taking a huge toll in lives and property each year. NASA Earth-observing satellites and airborne missions provide vital information to emergency planners, relief organizations and weather forecasters, helping to improve flood monitoring and forecasting, as well as providing a more comprehensive understanding of one of Mother Nature's most damaging hazards. NASA's Earth-observing satellites provide detailed images of flo ... read more

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