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Explore the crucial role of satellite observations in disaster risk reduction, from forecasting to monitoring and response. Learn about the importance of satellite data in assessing risks, early warning systems, and mitigating impacts. Discover the tools and strategies for using satellite products effectively in disaster management.
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WMO World Meteorological OrganizationWorking together in weather, climate and water Panel session on use of satellites in disaster response and mitigation Use of satellites in Disaster Risk Reduction Jerome Lafeuille / Maryam Golnaraghi 2011 Satellite Direct Readout Conference www.wmo.int/sat
Esperanza Fires, Landsat Space-based observation essential for forecasting, detection, monitoring of many disaster types Pakistan floods, Aug 2010 • Observing precursor factors =>risk • Detecting/monitoring the event • Measuring its driving forces to forecast its evolution Volcano SO2 cloud and ash plume from Karthala eruption 24-25/11/ 2005, Meteosat, courtesy of Marianne Koenig, EUMETSAT)
Early Warning Systems Require Coordination Across Many Levels and Agencies 2 1 3 4 National to local disaster risk reduction plans, legislation and coordination mechanisms
Before, during and after Risk assessment: identification and mapping Sectoral planning & emergency planning Forecasting/ early warning Detection Monitoring, evolution forecasting Crisis management Damage assessment Observation from Space supports all these stages
Understanding the Risks Provides Evidence for Preventing Disaster Risks! Hazard Analysis and Mapping Exposure and Vulnerability Potential Loss Estimates This information is critical for decision-making and development of strategies to reduce the risks Number of lives at risk • $ at risk • Destruction of buildings and infrastructure • Reduction in crop yields • Business interruption • Impacts: • population density • agricultural land • urban grid • Infrastructure • Businesses Heavy Precipitation and flood mapping Need for historical and real time data Statistical analysis tools climate forecasts and trend analysis Need for Socio-economic impacts data and analysis tools Need for risk assessment tools combining hazard, asset and exposure information
WMO DRR Programme FrameworkIn situ and satellite data as well as forecast products are critical for supporting various policy and operational processes in DRR Alignment of clear policies, legislation, planning, resources at national to local Levels (Multi-sectoral, Multi-agency) Risk Assessment Risk Reduction Risk Transfer Preparedness (saving lives):early warning systems emergency planning and response Historical Hazard databases Hazard statistics Climate forecasting and forward looking hazard trend analysis Exposed assets & vulnerability Risk analysis tools Catastrophe insurance & bonds Weather-indexed insurance and derivatives Prevention (Reduction of economic losses):Medium to long term sectoral planning (e.g. zoning, infrastructure, agriculture) Information and Knowledge SharingEducation and training across agencies
Satellite products for DRR • Satellite products well established and essential for some disaster types • Potential for widening the use of satellites in support of DRR • Specific requirements need to be identified for DRR satellite products by stakeholders • WMO DRR Programme will specifically address the challenges of using satellite observation to support DRR through the initiative: « Strengthening Regional Cooperation for Development and Sustainability of Meteorological, Hydrological and Climate Services to support Disaster Risk Assessment and Reduction in Southeast Asia »
Thank You For more information please contact: Maryam Golnaraghi, Ph.D. Chief of Disaster Risk Reduction Programme World Meteorological Organization Tel. 41.22.730.8006 Fax. 41.22.730.8023 Email. MGolnaraghi@WMO.int http://www.wmo.int/disasters
