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Why does some post-catastrophe imagery contain cloud, smoke and other artefacts?
In order to capture and publish post-catastrophe imagery as quickly as possible, we sometimes will have to fly in conditions that we would normally consider sub-optimal for our standard captures. This includes potentially flying under high cloud layers or at higher than usual altitudes due to emergency Air Traffic Control…
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How can I find post-catastrophe surveys in MapBrowser?
If you have purchased the Nearmap ImpactResponse Imagery product as part of your subscription, you'll be notified by email when new imagery is available, including a link to the relevant locations and survey dates. You can view this imagery in MapBrowser. Post-catastrophe surveys can be identified in the Coverage API. You…
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How does Nearmap decide which events to capture for Post-Catastrope surveys?
Events are assessed based in criteria such as the scale of impact to communities, infrastructure, and property, and the geographical areas affected by the event. Due to the variability of these types of events, Nearmap assesses each on its own merit based on certain criteria. For example, a significant hurricane that is…
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How fast is post-catastrophe imagery captured after an event?
We endeavour to capture as quickly as possible after an event, usually within days. There are several factors that affect the timing of a capture after a natural disaster event; at all times, the safety of our crew is paramount. We will not fly through or in adverse weather conditions (which includes thick smoke) or have…
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How will I know when new post-catastrophe imagery is available?
If you have purchased the Nearmap ImpactResponse Imagery product as part of your subscription, you'll receive and email to let you know when an event has been captured, and another email to let you know when the imagery has been published, including a link to the relevant locations and survey dates. Notifications will be…
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What resolution is post-catastrophe imagery?
The post-catastrophe program is captured as high-resolution Vertical (orthogonal) imagery at 5.5cm-7.5cm GSD (ground sampling distance) per pixel. The resolution can vary depending on the ceiling height of clouds, but we aim for 7cm or higher. Learn more about Nearmap Vertical imagery specifications.