GIS Aids in Haiti

The rescue and relief efforts to help those in Haiti are being helped with spatial data from various sources. Recently a report was issued from the USDA that outlines the type and source of geospatial data available for the country. It was compiled to serve as a resource for GIS-based land management and planning. Historical maps, recent satellite imagery, and thematic maps are described with sources including figures and tables. Sources also include on-site data collection as well as Internet searches.
The report also includes where gaps in data lie, as well as work in progress and unpublished data sources such as local government, university, and private projects. These missing datasets are requred for important soil and hazard assessments as well as conservation efforts.

Check out this interesting report to see how GIS Professionals are doing their part in the disaster.