When it comes to wildfires, NASA leverages its unique perspective from space to formulate predictive analysis, contribute to active fire monitoring and assist in post-fire recovery and rehabilitation. Using 2017’s Complex Fire in Northern California as a case study, Operation Earth: Wildfires takes viewers into the field with first responders, fire scientists, and forest managers to see what challenges they face and how NASA can help mitigate the effects of longer and more intense fire seasons.

70K views | NASA map uses satellite and sensor data to show particles of dust, water and smoke in the atmosphere from dust storms, hurricanes and wildfires. https://usat.ly/2wkr6ZJ | USA TODAY Video | Facebook

The International Space Station (ISS) was captured passing in front of the Moon 🌑🚀 a breathtaking moment that lasts only a fraction of a second. Orbiting Earth at nearly 28,000 km/h, the ISS circles our planet every 90 minutes, often crossing paths with the Moon from our view on Earth. At first glance, it may look like a tiny shadow or mysterious object, but it’s actually one of humanity’s greatest space achievements a home for astronauts, floating high above us. 🌌✨ #space #SpaceX #NASA #fbli