Course Info: Ash and SO2 RGB Applications for Volcanic Plumes

Ash and SO2  RGB Applications for Volcanic Plumes

 

Course Description

Volcanic eruptions can significantly impact human health, infrastructure, aviation, and a variety of economic assets. Over most regions of Earth except the polar regions, geostationary satellites, and in particular, the Ash and SO2 (sulfur dioxide) RGB products,  can help forecasters understand the composition and evolution of a volcanic plume to aid in situational awareness and decision support efforts. 

 

Intended Audience

Operational forecasters or anyone interested in analyzing the emissions of volcanic eruptions

 

Course Access

Access the course here (MetEd login required).

 

Publish Date

January 21, 2025

 

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