Why are satellites indispensable in disaster risk reduction? Satellites provide reliable and rapid communication, observation and positioning tools, especially when crucial on-the-ground infrastructure is damaged. Risk assessment, disaster mitigation and prevention can also benefit greatly from space-based data. Both the affected population and emergency responders need to have access to relevant and reliable information, preferably in real-time.
How do space technologies help prevent disasters?
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