In a remarkable display of technology and coordination, the Chinese mainland has swiftly mobilized a fleet of advanced satellites to aid in rescue efforts following a recent dike breach at Dongting Lake, central China.
The dike burst occurred in Tuanzhou Township, Huarong County under Hunan Province's Yueyang City on July 5, leading to widespread flooding. Thousands of rescuers, including firefighters, hydrologists, volunteers, and police, worked around the clock to protect lives and properties affected by the disaster.
Utilizing the Fengyun meteorological satellites, the Chinese mainland's emergency authorities were able to monitor real-time precipitation and weather changes in the affected regions. These satellites, developed by the Shanghai Academy of Spaceflight Technology (SACT), provided critical data that supported the ongoing rescue operations.
The Fengyun-4B satellite's Geosynchronous High-speed Imager (GHI) and the Fengyun-3F's Medium Resolution Spectral Imager (MERSI-III) were instrumental in tracking weather patterns and relaying vital information to disaster response teams. Beyond real-time monitoring, the satellites offered comprehensive data sets, including cloud maps, temperature products, and precipitation estimates, enhancing meteorological forecasting services in the disaster zone.
In addition to the Fengyun system, other satellites like Gaofen-3 02, Gaofen-3 03, Gaofen-1, and Gaofen-4 were deployed by the China Center for Resources Satellite Data and Application (CRESDA) to provide real-time observations. Commercial satellite companies also played a significant role, with Chang Guang Satellite Technology Co., Ltd., Smart Satellite Technology Co., Ltd., and Beijing Minospace Technology Co., Ltd. contributing high-resolution images and detailed data to bolster the relief efforts.
This coordinated use of both government-operated and commercial satellite technology underscores the Chinese mainland's commitment to leveraging advanced tools for effective disaster management and relief, showcasing a robust first line of defense against meteorological disasters.
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China deploys array of satellites to help battle Dongting dike breach
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