Ocean storm in southern Laos
Back to Charter Activations| Type of Event | Ocean storm, Flood |
| Location of Event | Lao People's Democratic Republic |
| Date of Charter Activation | 05/10/2009 |
| Charter Requestor | UNOOSA on behalf of FAO |
| Project Management | Pacific Disaster Center |
Description of the Event
Tropical Storm Ketsana hit Southern Laos on 29 September causing widespread flooding. Many areas are still inaccessible and over 20 people are dead.
Images and/or Image product Delivered under the Charter
Laos Flooding - May 2009
Source: TerraSAR-X
Acquired: 12/10/2009
Copyright DLR - German Aerospace Center
Map produced by Pacific Disaster Center
Laos Flooding - May 2009
Source: Envisat
Acquired: 04/10/2009
Copyright ESA (European Space Agency)
Map produced by Pacific Disaster Center