A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered a rare tsunami — and NASA’s SWOT satellite captured it like never before.
Just 70 minutes after the quake, the SWOT satellite recorded the wave’s height, shape, and movement — offering scientists real-world data that could revolutionize tsunami forecasting. Even a wave just 1.5 feet tall in the deep ocean can become a 30-foot wall of water near the coast.
This breakthrough helps NOAA fine-tune their tsunami warning systems, potentially saving lives in future disasters. It’s a major step forward in our ability to predict and prepare for these deadly natural events. :water_wave:
Watch how this space-based technology is changing the game for coastal safety and disaster response.
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