Putting science
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Definitions
Below is a directory of terms used in discussions about remote sensing for natural disasters. Most of the terms have been reproduced from the Canada Centre for Remote Sensing and the UN Department of Humanitarian Affairs.
New technologies have the potential to accelerate a country's development, but a global technology gap remains.
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Warning
Dissemination of messages signalling imminent hazards which may include advice on protective measures.
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