For Immediate Release
October 15, 2004
Satellite Technology Combats Crises
Fact of the Day
Satellite technology is being used to help identify humanitarian and
environmental threats. In Africa, the images warn about crop shortages
and potential famines. In Thailand, they are being used to prevent
poaching and trafficking in wildlife. In China, these images are being
used to monitor population growth and urban development. By sharing
satellite images with other countries, the United States is helping the
world better respond to a wide variety of threats.
Source: U.S. Department of State
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