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Google-Backed Satellites Just Launched to Catch Wildfires Before They Spread
Ars Technica·Sunday, 19 July 2026
The FireSat program, backed by Google, has launched satellites specifically designed to detect wildfires that other satellites miss. The launch comes as smoke from wildfires is already choking parts of the US and Canada. The system is designed to spot fires earlier and more accurately.
Why It Matters
Wildfire and forest fire detection is a growing need globally — this kind of satellite technology could one day be used to protect India's forests and alert communities faster.
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