NASA | Katrina Retrospective: 5 Years After the Storm

The video revisits Hurricane Katrina, highlighting its devastating impact and NASA's satellite observations. It covers the storm's progression, from sea surface temperatures captured by the Aqua satellite to cloud tops and rainfall observed by the Terra and TRMM satellites. The video also shows the extent of flooding in New Orleans using Landsat imagery. NASA's ongoing efforts to study tropical cyclones aim to improve understanding and preparedness for future storms.

What was one of the significant impacts of Hurricane Katrina on the US?

• It led to a decrease in tropical cyclone research.

• It was one of the strongest storms to hit the US in a century.

• It resulted in the construction of new levees.

• It caused a minor economic downturn.

How did NASA's Aqua satellite contribute to understanding Hurricane Katrina?

• By analyzing atmospheric pressure.

• By measuring wind speeds.

• By capturing sea surface temperatures.

• By predicting the storm's path.

What did the Terra satellite observe two days before Katrina's landfall?

• Decreasing ocean temperatures.

• Growing cloud tops.

• Dissipating storm strength.

• Rising sea levels.

What did the TRMM satellite reveal about Hurricane Katrina?

• The temperature of the storm's eye.

• The storm's speed.

• The heaviest rainfall areas.

• The storm's wind patterns.

What did Landsat satellite imagery show after Hurricane Katrina?

• The rebuilding efforts in the city.

• The extent of flooding in New Orleans.

• The storm's impact on wildlife.

• The storm's path over the ocean.