Hey space fans 🌏🚀, on Saturday, China launched its Fengyun-4 03 weather satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwestern Sichuan Province. The Long March-3B rocket lifted off at 12:07 a.m. and placed the satellite into its planned orbit—a smooth journey for the 621st mission in the Long March series.
What's so cool about Fengyun-4 03? It's designed to track weather patterns, monitor clouds, storms and even help with disaster warnings across Asia. For young pros in South Asia and Southeast Asia, this means more accurate monsoon forecasts for farmers in India and Bangladesh, timely alerts for typhoons in the Philippines, and better climate data for research in Malaysia and Thailand.
In simple terms, this satellite will circle the Earth, taking snapshots of our planet's atmosphere in real time. Think of it as a super-powered weather app in space 📱☁️—only it covers the whole globe!
With climate change impacting rainfall and storm intensity, having extra eyes in the sky matters more than ever. Plus, the 621st flight milestone shows how mature and reliable the Long March rocket lineup has become, paving the way for even bolder missions ahead.
So next time you check the weather app on your phone, remember—space tech like Fengyun-4 03 is working behind the scenes to keep you informed and safe 🛰️✨.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
