NASA and NOAA Take to the Air to Chase Smoke

The video discusses how smoke from fires can travel vast distances, impacting air quality and weather. NASA, along with partners, is conducting the Fire Influence on Regional to Global Environments and Air Quality (Fire XAQ) mission to study smoke across North America. The mission involves taking air samples from various altitudes and locations, including Boise, ID, and Salina, KS. The collected data is analyzed to improve forecasts of smoke travel and its effects. This research is part of NASA's broader efforts to understand fires and their impact on our planet.

What are the main goals of the NASA mission related to smoke and air quality?

How does smoke from wildfires affect air quality across North America?

What role do satellites play in understanding the effects of smoke on air quality?

What unique aspects are researchers focusing on when studying smoke from agricultural fires?

In what ways do researchers utilize data collected from smoke measurements?