NASA Tracks These Fires From Orbit

Starting a fire to stop a fire sounds dangerous—but it's actually one of the most effective wildfire prevention tools available. In northern Australia, land managers use prescribed burns during the cooler months to remove dry vegetation before extreme fire conditions arrive. NASA satellites monitor these controlled fires from space, helping scientists understand their impact and reduce the risk of devastating wildfires. This centuries-old practice, combined with modern satellite technology, is helping protect ecosystems, communities, and wildlife from catastrophic fires. 🔥🌎 Subscribe @BeyondEarthBuckleUp for more incredible Earth science stories from above! Image Credit: NASA Earth Observatory image by Michala Garrison, using MODIS data from NASA EOSDIS LANCE and GIBS/Worldview. #NASA #Wildfire #Australia #EarthFromSpace #SatelliteImagery #FireManagement #EarthScience #Climate #Space #Science