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Topic: Satellites

The largest marine oil spill in U.S. history occurred on April 20, 2010 when the BP oil rig, Deepwater Horizon, exploded killing 11 workers and spilling more than 134,000 barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico.

Oil spills: A major marine ecosystem threat

July 25, 2016

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The largest marine oil spill in U.S. history occurred on April 20, 2010 when the BP oil rig, Deepwater Horizon, exploded killing 11 workers and spilling more than 134,000 barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico.

NOAA satellites used to detect gas flares around the world

May 2, 2016

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Celebrating the world’s first meteorological satellite: TIROS-1

April 13, 2016

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Heritage stories

false color satellite image showing air moisture over the United States

NOAA satellite data aids the nation’s agricultural forecasts

April 13, 2016

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false color satellite image showing air moisture over the United States

DSCOVR: Celebrating the first anniversary

February 16, 2016

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Main level graphic Jason 3 satellite

Jason-3 reaches orbit

January 17, 2016

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satellite launch

Main level graphic Jason 3 satellite

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