Our Planet isWarming
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Understanding Global Warming
Global warming is the long-term heating of Earth's climate system observed since the pre-industrial period due to human activities, primarily fossil fuel burning.
Earth's average surface temperature has risen about 1.1°C since the late 19th century, with most of the warming occurring in the past 40 years.
Learn moreThe Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets have decreased in mass, while glaciers are retreating almost everywhere around the world.
Learn moreThe number of record high temperature events has been increasing, while the number of record low temperature events has been decreasing.
Learn moreWildfires and Climate Change: A Growing Crisis
As our planet's climate continues to warm, we're witnessing an unprecedented surge in wildfire intensity and frequency, particularly in northern and temperate forests. These fires not only threaten ecosystems and communities but also create a dangerous feedback loop - releasing stored carbon and further contributing to global warming.
NASA's advanced satellite technology and monitoring systems play a crucial role in detecting and tracking these fires in real-time, providing vital data to communities, researchers, and firefighters worldwide. This information helps us better understand and respond to this escalating environmental challenge.
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