Space Facts II - Helping Put Out Forest Fires From Space

The video discusses the challenges of controlling fires in Yellowstone National Park, highlighting the role of extreme weather conditions. It emphasizes the importance of infrared technology developed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory for detecting fire hotspots. The video also covers NASA's future plans for advanced fire monitoring systems and the significant breakthroughs in remote sensing achieved at NASA's Ames Research Center. The collaboration between NASA and the National Park Service during the Yellowstone emergency is highlighted, showcasing the use of aerial observatories for comprehensive fire monitoring. The video concludes with NASA's commitment to studying the impact of fires on global climate and the use of advanced remote sensing technology to address this natural challenge.

What natural factors contributed to the fires in Yellowstone National Park?

• Heavy rainfall and low winds

• Extreme heat, low rainfall, and powerful winds

• Cold temperatures and high humidity

• Frequent thunderstorms

What is the primary function of the infrared camera system used by the Forest Service?

• To see through smoke and identify hot spots

• To measure air quality

• To detect wildlife movement

• To predict weather changes

Who designed the infrared camera system used in firefighting?

• NASA's Ames Research Center

• NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

• The National Park Service

• The U.S. Forest Service

What is one of NASA's goals related to forest fires?

• To reduce the cost of firefighting

• To eliminate all forest fires

• To study the influence of fires on global climate

• To increase the number of forest fires

What role did NASA's Ames Research Center play during the Yellowstone emergency?

• It provided ground support for firefighters

• It flew aerial observatories over the park

• It developed new firefighting equipment

• It conducted weather analysis