Hawaii and Landsat

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First posted May 4, 2022 For additional information, contact: Program Coordinator, National Land Imaging U.S. Geological Survey 12201 Sunrise Valley Drive Reston, VA 20192Contact Pubs Warehouse Hawaii stands apart from the rest of United States, literally and figuratively. The nearest eight islands that make up Hawaiian archipelago is 2,000 miles mainland. Like every bit land mass within State, it emerged Pacific Ocean after thousands years undersea volcanic activity. Kona International Airport, on “Big Island” Hawai‘i, was built atop 220-year-old lava flows Hualālai volcano.The soils tropical vegetation stretch across Hawaii’s postcard-perfect peaks valleys, as well trade winds blow precipitation northeast warm move in south, are among factors study State’s landscapes distinct Nation.Six active volcanoes continue to alter surface. Some them, like constantly erupting Kīlauea or Mauna Loa, world’s largest volcano, can threaten human life property. Man-made changes islands, such long-term agricultural production sugar cane pineapple, along with introduction non-native species, have also affected health ecosystems.Landsat satellites, 50 repeat Earth observations decades data infrared thermal instruments capable tracking flows, offer unique opportunities for ever-changing landscapes. Here a few examples how Landsat benefits State.

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ژورنال

عنوان ژورنال: Fact sheet /

سال: 2022

ISSN: ['2327-6932', '2327-6916']

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3133/fs20223024