NASA Tests Drones to Provide Micrometeorology, Aid in Fire Response
Pasadena, CA (SPX) Feb 13, 2025
NASA is testing drones to provide micrometeorology and aid in fire response. The drones are equipped with sensors that can measure temperature, humidity, wind speed, and direction. This data can be used to create a detailed picture of the weather conditions in a given area, which can help firefighters predict how a fire will behave.
The drones can also be used to fly into areas that are too dangerous for firefighters to enter. This can provide valuable information about the fire’s location and intensity, which can help firefighters develop a more effective response plan.
“These drones are giving us a new way to collect data about wildfires,” said NASA Ames Research Center’s Dr. Alexandra Loubeau, who is leading the project. “This data can help us better understand how fires behave, which will ultimately lead to safer and more effective firefighting.”
The drones are being tested in a variety of environments, including forests, grasslands, and urban areas. The data collected from these tests will be used to develop new algorithms that can be used to improve the drones’ performance.
NASA is also working with the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) to develop a system that will allow firefighters to use the drones to collect data in real-time. This system will provide firefighters with the most up-to-date information about the fire, which will help them make better decisions about how to respond.
“We are excited about the potential of these drones to help us fight wildfires,” said NIFC’s Rick Thaler. “This technology could save lives and property.”
The drones are part of NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate’s Transformative Aeronautics Concepts Program. The program is developing new technologies that could revolutionize aviation.
About NASA
NASA is the U.S. government agency that is responsible for the nation’s civilian space program and aeronautics and aerospace research. NASA’s mission is to pioneer the future in space exploration, scientific discovery, and aeronautics research.
About the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
The NIFC is the nation’s support center for wildland fire management. NIFC provides a centralized location for the coordination of all federal wildland fire resources and facilitates interagency cooperation.
NASA Tests Drones to Provide Micrometeorology, Aid in Fire Response
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