Wildfire Forces Evacuation of NASA's Deep Space Network Complex in Spain
6 hours ago
- A wildfire forced evacuation of NASA's Madrid Deep Space Communications Complex, temporarily halting operations at a key tracking station.
- The station is part of NASA's Deep Space Network, supporting over 40 missions including Artemis and Voyager.
- Operations were seamlessly transferred to the Goldstone Complex in California to ensure uninterrupted spacecraft communications.
- NASA is coordinating with local authorities and the US Embassy to monitor the wildfire situation.
- The Deep Space Network uses a 'follow the Sun' model with control centers in Australia, California, and Spain.