<ul><li>The first satellite of the Google-backed FireSat constellation successfully made it to orbit over the weekend.</li><li>The constellation will consist of more than 50 satellites and will be able to image nearly all of Earth's surface every 20 minutes.</li><li>Equipped with multispectral infrared cameras, the satellites will provide high-resolution imagery for wildfire detection.</li><li>The FireSat constellation aims to provide near real-time updates on a fire's whereabouts and behavior, assisting firefighters in their efforts.</li></ul>

A Google-backed weapon to battle wildfires made it into orbit

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