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Flood waters over the affected region of Caprivi, Namibia
20 Mar 2009
 Source: UNOSAT

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Namibia - This map illustrates satellite-detected flood waters as of 17 March 2009 over the affected Region of Caprivi, Namibia. Flooded areas have been sorted into 2 classes: Red areas represent standing flood waters identified with a high degree of confidence; and Blue areas represent pre-flood water from multiple source. Flood analysis was made using ENVISAT-ASAR data (WSM) recorded on 17 March 2009 at a spatial resolution of 150m. This flood detection is a preliminary analysis & has not yet been validated in the field.
Radar Data: ENVISAT ASAR (WSM)
Radar Resolution: 150 m
Radar Dates: 17 March 2009
Copyright: ESA 2009
Source: ESA-Cat1 (Respond Project)
Satellite Data: MODIS
Satellite Date.: 17 March 2009 & 21 August 2008
Road Data: Namibia Directorate Survey & Mapping
Flood Analysis: UNOSAT
GIS Data: USGS, NGA, UNJLC, SALB
Pre Water: Global data (ESRI 2007)
Map Production: UNOSAT (20 March 2009)
Projection: UTM Zone 33 South
Datum: WGS 1984


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Source:UNOSAT
Country:Namibia
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