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A global map is divided into sections by colorful dotted lines; each section represents the spatial coverage of a geostationary satellite used in FIRMS.

Geostationary Active Fire Detection Data in FIRMS

Active fire detection data from five geostationary sensors are available in NASA's Fire Information for Resource Management System (FIRMS) and collectively provide global coverage.
Blog
June 27, 2024
This is a rectangular image of a sunglint over land. The upper two-thirds of the image shows land with clouds floating over it. The lower third of the image is largely ocean. In the center of the image is a red outline of a square and in the center of the square is a red, green, and blue sunglint.

A Glint of Understanding

NASA researchers and data offer new insights into the impish and interesting visual phenomenon of sunglint in satellite imagery.
Feature Article
June 25, 2024
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