Space saviors: US agency's satellites helped save 397 lives

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is best known for its scientific research on oceans, weather and climate but the agency's network of low-earth orbiting satellites sometimes also plays a critical role in responding to emergency situations.

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