## A collection of 3 posts

### [How LiDAR measures the toll of climate disasters](/content/how-lidar-measures-the-toll-of-climate-disasters/index.html)

Comparing LiDAR data from before and after the January 2025 fires in Los Angeles reveals the scale of devastation in ways satellite imagery can’t match.

### [Visualizing Rivers and Floodplains with USGS Data](/content/visualizing-rivers-and-floodplains/index.html)

Using USGS elevation data to visualize stunning views of the flow of water through rivers and floodplains.

### [Utah Highway LiDAR Scans](/content/utah-lidar/index.html)

Utah's Department of Transportation uses state-of-the-art 3-D laser scanners to capture the surfaces and area surrounding 15,000 miles of its roads.