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Mapping the Vanishing Gulf Coast | Lake Charles News
Near Space Labs is revolutionizing coastal monitoring by mapping vast stretches of the Gulf Coast from high above — covering 2,000 square kilometers in just three hours. Partnering with the University of Southern Mississippi’s Gulf Blue program, they’re capturing critical data on eroding shorelines, wetlands, barrier islands, and ports at satellite-like detail — all at a fraction of the cost of planes or drones. With some coastlines vanishing up to 60 feet annually, this affordable tech is empowering over 20 government agencies to make smarter decisions on beach restoration, storm defenses…
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