Fires
This true-color image shows a large fire burning on the western coast of Scotland.
Land Fires
The reality of science, statistics, and satellites is that a deep understanding of the causes, effects, and severity of a fire season takes time.
Image of the Day Land Fires Human Presence Remote Sensing
On May 2, 2013, the MODIS instrument on NASA’s Aqua satellite captured this view of wildfires burning near Lassen Volcanic National Park.
A wildfire burning in Los Padres National Park charred more than 500 acres—including the home of Big Sur’s fire chief.
Temperature, humidity, and winds contributed to the rapid spread of fire in Lake County, about 100 miles northwest of Sacramento.
Fire is ubiquitous, both a tool and a destructive force. Like plants, fire grows and wanes in seasons.
Image of the Day Land
Scientists have found a way to detect nighttime fires even sooner, when they are still relatively small.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Land Remote Sensing
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