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 were the estimated damages caused by Hurricane Katrina?

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

What was the impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans?

What significant event occurred two days after Hurricane Katrina made landfall?

Describe the role of NASA satellites in monitoring tropical cyclones.