Satellite-Based Early Warning Systems for Drought and Flood Management

  • Satellite technology provides precise data for monitoring and mitigating droughts and floods in rural agriculture.
  • Indian and global satellite programs support disaster preparedness and sustainable agricultural practices.
  • Early warning systems enabled by satellite data help in managing drought risks and flood occurrences.
  • Satellites monitor rainfall anomalies, soil moisture, and vegetation health, guiding agricultural decisions.
  • Remote sensing tools like SMAP (Soil Moisture Active Passive) provide real-time data to support water management and minimize crop losses.
  • Indian satellite initiatives (INSAT, RISAT, Cartosat) and global programs (Sentinel, Landsat) offer comprehensive data for rural development.
  • Satellite imagery helps assess flood risks, monitor river levels, and identify flood-prone areas for mitigation.
  • Technologies ....
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