How bad was the worst fire in Coahuila? Can it be quantified and extrapolated to future fires? Is it even possible to know when there would be a next fire, or extinguish one if it starts today? These are a few questions addressed in this project, taking into consideration the April 2011 fire, one of the worst in the history of Mexico.
The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge has become increasingly interested in improving the hydrologic conditions of the refuge. Currently, the swamp hydrology is managed by a system of canals and water control structures that are capable of maintaining or raising the water level within the swamp. Through the use of NASA Earth Observation System (EOS), we will provide a hydrological analysis of the entire swamp, depicting areas vulnerable to drying or inundation.
The reconstruction of the Highway 98 corridor through the Big Creek Lake watershed in West Mobile is expected to introduce diverse issues that may degrade drinking water quality. The DEVELOP Mobile team used an urban growth model to predict the urbanization that will result from this highway expansion.
