Description: Discover how satellites support wildfire management in Canada. This course introduces the basics of Earth Observation (EO), exploring how satellites and sensors work, what kind of data they collect, and how that information can support wildfire management at different stages. Using real examples and interactive modules, you will gain a better understanding on how to interpret and apply EO data in a fire management context operationally.
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: ~4 hours
Prerequisite(s): None
Audience: Everyone
E-Learning Language(s): English, French, Spanish
Downloadable PPT Language(s): English, French, Spanish, Plains Cree
License: Open (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Topics: Wildfire Management, Remote Sensing, Earth Observation, Satellites, Hotspots