http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on remote sensing for natural disasters and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/ Crowd-sourced maps and data could aid relief and humanitarian work after natural disasters such as Haiti's 2010 earthquake, says a study.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/online-tools-decentralising-disaster-relief-efforts-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:02:46 GMTA new application uses satellite data to monitor forest fires in Nepal and Bhutan.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/new-satellite-tool-to-detect-himalayan-forest-fires.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:08:24 GMTIndian Kashmir needs to prepare for a major temblor, going by new satellite data.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/kashmir-susceptible-to-major-quakes-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:12:00 GMTHigh-resolution Chilean satellite images will help with agriculture, mining, environmental monitoring and the tracking of natural disasters.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/new-chilean-satellite-to-boost-sustainable-development.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 21 Dec 2011 05:26:08 GMTPakistan plans, through collaboration with other countries, to expand its network of satellites in space.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/pakistan-to-expand-satellite-network.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:04:56 GMTSatellites can save lives from natural disasters but developing countries risk missing the opportunity through poor political support.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/editorials/spotlight-on-satellites-for-disaster-management-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:30:00 GMTCombining satellite data with mobile phones offers cheap and effective tools for managing fires, says South African scientist Philip Frost.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/fires-spotted-from-satellites-warned-by-phone-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:02:00 GMTDisaster management needs constellations of satellites with multispectral sensors, says Indian space researcher, Ranganath Navalgund.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/disaster-management-needs-satellite-constellations--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:01:00 GMTKenyan MP and remote sensing expert, Wilbur Ottichilo, argues the time is ripe for using satellites to spot developing African droughts.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/satellites-can-help-monitor-and-manage-african-droughts.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMTSian Lewis explains how remote sensing can be used to manage natural disasters and highlights ongoing efforts and obstacles.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/features/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-facts-and-figures.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMTVolcano expert Geoff Wadge explains how the International Charter on Space and Major Disasters helped manage a volcanic eruption in Montserrat.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/satellites-offer-crucial-data-for-volcano-safety--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:59:00 GMTAfricans need to be more aware of earthquakes to cope with disasters — and there's no better place to start than in schools, says Chris Hartnady.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/africans-need-earthquake-education-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:58:00 GMTDeveloping nations are building their own satellites despite freely available Western data. Do the gains outweigh the costs, asks Tatum Anderson.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/features/launching-your-own-satellite-the-pros-and-cons.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMTThe United Arab Emirates is soon to send its first earth-observation satellite into space, and hopes the venture will boost its development.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/uae-anticipates-lift-off-for-first-satellite-2.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:14:23 GMTRemote sensing is crucial for getting the measure of forest loss. Countries don't need their own satellites but they do need training.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/features/an-eye-in-the-sky-watching-forests-disappear-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMTAn early warning system for natural disasters using mobile phone messaging is being trialled in Bangladesh.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/mobile-phone-alerts-to-warn-of-disaster-in-banglad.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:05:22 GMTEveryone — from scientists to the public — has a role to play in preparing for earthquakes, says a Nature editorial.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/everyone-must-be-involved-in-earthquake-planning-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Tue, 19 May 2009 14:26:48 GMTInvesting in detailed maps of potential cyclone damage will save lives in Indian Ocean countries, says Shishir Dube.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/vulnerability-maps-could-help-cut-cyclone-death-to.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Wed, 08 Oct 2008 08:58:00 GMTImproved forecasting and mitigation strategies are essential to limiting the damage caused by tropical cyclones, says Peter J. Webster.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/opinions/forecasting-investment-can-prevent-cyclone-destruc.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:13:44 GMTIndia is to establish a new centre for climate change research to help model climate change — but new satellites are vital for success.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/remote-sensing-for-natural-disasters-1/news/india-to-set-up-climate-change-research-centre.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_remotesensingfornaturaldisasters1Tue, 06 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/