California to Integrate Iceye Satellite Data Into Statewide Emergency Operations

California opened a modernized state operations center in Mather and signed an agreement with Finland's Iceye to feed SAR satellite data into statewide emergency operations. The near-real-time data on floods, wildfires and hurricanes will be shared with state agencies and local emergency managers.

• Iceye deal expands near-real-time data on floods and wildfires
• Iceye's SAR satellites image through cloud cover and at night
• Data will feed a common operating picture for state and local agencies
• Governor Gavin Newsom tied the move to storm season and El Niño prep