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Throughout history, humans have wondered what
Earth looked like from above.

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The advent of satellites changed our perspective though

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early imagery was often blurry and lacked detail.

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<i>Aeronautics & Space Report Narrator: We’ve come a long way in </i>
<i>weather forecasting</i>

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<i>since the early balloon launching days, thanks </i>
<i>mainly to weather satellites.</i>

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<i>Just 15 years ago this month, NASA launched the first TIROS weather</i>

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<i>satellite from Cape Canaveral. </i>

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<i>The views of earth were pretty rudimentary compared to today’s high</i>

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<i>quality pictures, but they proved that routine global weather</i>

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<i>observations by satellite was possible.</i>

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<i>With each succeeding one, these weather sentinels have become</i>

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<i>more and more sophisticated.</i>

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Today, technological advancements and innovation have improved the

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quality and resolution of satellite observations.

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Satellites from NOAA and partner organizations capture vital

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information that helps us stay safe, while sharing
the beauty of our planet.

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For us, every day is Earth Day.

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As we celebrate Earth Day, let us marvel at the wonders of our planet

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and reflect on our responsibility to cherish and protect it.

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Together, let’s ensure that the view from space remains a symbol of

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hope and inspiration for generations to come.

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Earth From Orbit: Happy Earth Day 

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NOAA Logo

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NASA Meatball

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Additional imagery courtesy of CIMSS.