Move over, superheroes—China’s Fengyun meteorological satellites are the real global guardians! 🦸♂️🛰️ The newly operational Fengyun-3F, launched in August 2023, is now flexing its high-tech muscles with 10 advanced instruments to track everything from atmospheric temperature to wildfire hotspots. Imagine a climate watchdog that’s equal parts scientist and first responder! 🔍🌪️
Since 1988, China has launched 21 Fengyun satellites, with 9 currently orbiting Earth. These sky sentinels beam data to 129 countries and regions, helping predict disasters like tropical cyclones ‘Lola’ and ‘Mocha’ in Bangladesh and the Solomon Islands. 🌀🌊 They’ve even spotted wildfires in Algeria and Tunisia, giving local teams a critical edge. 🔥🆘
And here’s the kicker: the ‘Fengyun Earth’ app just dropped its international version, making satellite data as accessible as your favorite weather app. 📱💡 From farmers in Vanuatu to pilots navigating stormy skies, Fengyun’s tech is rewriting the rules of global climate resilience. 🌾✈️
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How Fengyun meteorological satellites serve global disaster prevention
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