NASA | NOAA's GOES-O: The Future of Hurricane Forecasts

The video discusses the role of satellites in predicting hurricanes, highlighting the accuracy of forecasts provided by the National Hurricane Center. It explains the GOES satellite's function, its technological improvements, and its ability to monitor space weather. The video emphasizes the importance of real-time data for weather forecasting and the cost-effectiveness of satellite operations in saving lives and property.

What was a significant advantage of using satellite technology during Hurricane Katrina?

• It improved television broadcast quality.

• It provided accurate predictions for evacuation.

• It allowed for faster internet speeds.

• It reduced the cost of satellite operations.

What is the purpose of launching spare GOES satellites?

• To improve the resolution of satellite images.

• To monitor space weather more effectively.

• To increase the number of satellites in orbit.

• To replace satellites that fail unexpectedly.

What does the 'G' in GOES stand for?

• General

• Geographic

• Global

• Geosynchronous

How do the new GOES satellites improve weather monitoring?

• By providing higher resolution images.

• By improving internet connectivity.

• By reducing the cost of operations.

• By increasing the number of satellites.

What additional capability do GOES satellites have besides weather monitoring?

• They can monitor space weather.

• They can predict earthquakes.

• They can track wildlife movements.

• They can improve GPS accuracy.