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Space and Major Disasters

 

The International Charter The International Charter aims at providing a unified system of space data acquisition and delivery to those affected by natural or man-made disasters through Authorized Users. Each member agency has committed resources to support the provisions of the Charter and thus is helping to mitigate the effects of disasters on human life and property.

 

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Floods in Brazil - Belo Horizonte - Campos dos Goitacazes

Saturday, January 7, 2012

In Rio de Janerio, at least 20,000 people are being evacuated by the Brazilian authorities after a dam burst on Saturday. Torrential rains continue to fall in the state. Read more

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International Charter Newsletter - November 2011 - Issue 1

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

The first issue of the International Charter Newsletter is now available. 

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