How NASA Is Using Satellite Systems To Help Fight Wildfires

The video discusses NASA's use of satellite technology to monitor thermal anomalies and detect fires globally. It explains how data is collected and transmitted to aid fire management and response. The impact of climate change on fire activity is highlighted, noting increased fire-prone conditions in certain regions. However, globally, fire activity has decreased due to landscape changes. The importance of advancing monitoring systems for future wildfire management is emphasized.

What technology does NASA use to detect and track fires across the planet?

• X-ray imaging

• Ultraviolet imaging

• Microwave imaging

• Thermal infrared imaging

How does NASA's fire data reach those responsible for fire management?

• Through postal mail

• Directly to smartphones

• Via satellite phones

• By radio transmission

What is one effect of climate change on fire activity mentioned in the video?

• Decrease in fire activity in all regions

• No change in fire patterns

• Increase in large, hard-to-control fires

• Complete elimination of wildfires

What has contributed to the decrease in global fire activity in some areas?

• Stricter fire regulations

• More fire-resistant vegetation

• Fragmentation of landscapes

• Increased rainfall

Why is it crucial to advance fire monitoring systems according to the video?

• To enable further action in addressing wildfires

• To increase the number of satellites in orbit

• To reduce the cost of satellite launches

• To improve global communication networks