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Landsat 7 Bids Farewell: Las Vegas Transformation Captured

6/26/2025

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The Landsat 7 satellite bid farewell to Las Vegas on May 28, 2024, capturing its last image of the vibrant city, echoing its inaugural shot from July 4, 1999. Over 25 years, Las Vegas blossomed from 1.38 million to 2.33 million residents, showcasing the satellite's vital role in monitoring our planet's transformation.

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The Landsat 7 satellite bid farewell to Las Vegas on May 28, 2024, capturing its last image of the vibrant city, echoing its inaugural shot from July 4, 1999. Over 25 years, Las Vegas blossomed from 1.38 million to 2.33 million residents, showcasing the satellite's vital role in monitoring our planet's transformation.