Satellite observations help lessen the effects of heatwaves in urban areas

When heatwaves strike, it's far more difficult to cope with stifling temperatures in built-up areas than it is out in the countryside. An ESA campaign has just been carried out to see if a spaceborne thermal infrared sensor could help policy makers and town planners reduce the number of casualties when temperatures soar.

Link: http://www.esa.int/esaCP/SEMW3IWIPIF_index_0.html

Time: 17. Jul. 2008

Feed: ESA Top News

Topics: areas, heatwaves, help