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NASA's Satellite Revolutionizes Flood Tracking in U.S. Rivers

5/23/2025

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NASA and Virginia Tech researchers have made a groundbreaking leap in hydrology by harnessing the SWOT satellite to track flood waves across U.S. rivers. Among the three major waves identified, one on the Yellowstone River was triggered by ice jams and heavy rainfall. This innovative technology promises to revolutionize flood monitoring and improve water management in underserved regions.

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NASA and Virginia Tech researchers have made a groundbreaking leap in hydrology by harnessing the SWOT satellite to track flood waves across U.S. rivers. Among the three major waves identified, one on the Yellowstone River was triggered by ice jams and heavy rainfall. This innovative technology promises to revolutionize flood monitoring and improve water management in underserved regions.