NASA released new ISS imagery on July 20, 2026, showcasing Seattle's geological and urban evolution.
The city’s unique hilly topography was formed by glacial drumlins deposited 18,000 to 16,000 years ago.
Human engineering drastically reshaped the city, including reclaiming 1,300 acres of tideflats and lowering Lake Washington by 9 feet.
High-resolution photos from the ISS Nikon Z9 camera provide essential data for modern urban and coastal planning.