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Short Burst Data Aids Haiti Earthquake Relief

A relief organization required reliable means of communication after an earthquake devastated Haiti’s Tiburon Peninsula.

Predicting Floods in Coastal South Africa

The terrain and tropical weather of South Africa’s eThekwini Municipality (including City of Durban) contribute to frequent, devastating flooding. The local government needs an early flood warning system to prevent loss of life and costly infrastructure damage.

Iridium® Enables Researchers to Stay Connected in Lunar Simulation Expedition

Research and test expeditions require reliable communications ensuring the safety and well-being of the explorers and their research.

Iridium® Keeps Relief Flights Connected After Indonesian Tsunami

Many Indonesian islands lack airport or air traffic control infrastructure, making the delivery of food and medical supplies after a natural disaster difficult for pilots.

Iridium Short Burst Data® Helps Coordinate Disaster Response in Canada

Flooding in Canada’s major cities of Ottawa and Montreal prompted hundreds of evacuations and the mobilization of Canada’s LENTUS natural disaster response program.