UH Manoa scientists develop public map system to help identify wildfire risk zones

UH Manoa scientists develop public map system to help identify wildfire risk zones

The maps use data from various weather stations across the state and provide a daily, high-resolution look at the most current fire ignition risks statewide.

New satellites will help track wildfires in real time—here’s how

Eight satellites designed to detect and monitor wildfires have been launched into orbit by Rocket Lab. The mission, named "Finding Hot Wildfires Near You," was conducted for OroraTech, a Germany-based company focused on thermal imaging technology. The launch took place at Rocket Lab's Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, on March 26 at 11:30 a.m. EST. The Electron rocket which is standing at 59 feet tall, carried out the mission, releasing th…