Connect with the Earth
Wildfires and Air Quality in Real Time
Discover how wildfires affect the air we breathe. Explore real-time data, visualize the impact, and take action for a healthier planet.
Key Features
Real-time Visualization
Explore global wildfires with constantly updated satellite data from VIIRS, MODIS, and SENTINEL-2.
Air Quality Analysis
Understand the relationship between fires and air quality with precise data on NO2, CO2, and other pollutants from OpenWeather and NASA.
Interactive 3D World
Navigate a 3D globe to explore data immersively and customize visualizations by region.
Advanced Satellite Data
Utilize high-resolution observations from VIIRS (NOAA 20), MODIS (Terra & Aqua), and SENTINEL-2 for comprehensive analysis.
Analysis Tools
Facilitate the analysis of interconnections between atmospheric variables and climate events for researchers and citizens.
Environmental Awareness
Provide a valuable resource for researchers, environmentalists, and citizens committed to a sustainable future.
Our Motivation
The increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires globally is affecting health and the environment. Our application aims to offer a powerful tool for users to understand how these disasters influence air quality and ultimately impact the daily lives of millions.
Cutting-Edge Technology
VIIRS (NOAA 20)
High-resolution sensor for fire detection and atmospheric aerosol measurement.
MODIS (Terra & Aqua)
Daily images of Earth's surface, observing fires and atmospheric parameters.
SENTINEL-2
High-resolution optical images for vegetation monitoring and disaster management.
OpenWeather API
Integration of air quality data such as NO2, CO2, and other pollutants.
In the application, we focus on visualizing and calculating three key variables related to wildfires. The first is Brightness, measured by satellite sensors, which indicates the intensity of the heat emitted by the fire. The second is the Fire Radiative Power (FRP), a measure of the energy released by the fire, providing insights into the fire's intensity and potential impact.
Lastly, we track the number of thermal anomalies, which helps identify hotspots and areas where fire activity or unusual heat patterns are detected. These variables combined offer a comprehensive view of fire dynamics and their effects on the environment.