United States West Coast

This MODIS true-color image, acquired April 3, 2002, showcases the Pacific Ocean and the western continental United States. Visible are the states of California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Arizona, and Nevada. A number of fires (red dots) can be seen burning in the states of California, Oregon, and Utah.

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Jacques Descloitres, MODIS Land Rapid Response Team, NASA/GSFC

Published April 4, 2002
Data acquired April 3 - 3, 2002

Source:

Terra > MODIS

Topic:

Human Dimensions > Natural Hazards > Fires