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  Fire and Smoke Mapv3.0
 * FAQ
   * How To Use
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   * Data
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   * Protective Actions
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   * Learn More
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   * About

 *   Air Quality (PM2.5)
   *  Permanent Monitors  Temporary Monitors
      Low Cost Sensors*
     *Not for regulatory purposes
     shows only fine particulates.
     Fire Information
   *  Large Incidents
   *  Satellite Detections
     Smoke Plumes
   *  Smoke Plume Extent
     Smoke Outlooks
   *  Boundaries
     Basemaps
     Aerial
     
     
     Terrain
     
     
     Streets
     Data Sources

 * * ColorVision Assist
     Adjusts AQI colors to enhance contrast to assist individuals with color
     vision deficiencies.


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FIRE AND SMOKE MAP

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FIRE AND SMOKE MAP


FIRE AND SMOKE MAP V3.0


Fire and Smoke Map: The EPA and USFS have created this map to test new data
layers of use during fire and smoke events, including air quality data from
low-cost sensors. While these sensors don’t meet the rigorous standards required
for regulatory monitors, they can help you get a picture of air quality nearest
you especially when wildfire smoke is in your area. The EPA and USFS will update
the map layers several times during year, as we respond to feedback and work to
improve the map.

PLEASE NOTE:



 * The data on the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map are intended to help individuals
   make decisions to protect their health during fires.
 * If there is a wildfire in your area, please stay tuned to local authorities
   for the latest information on fire and smoke safety.
 * EPA will not use the data on this map to make regulatory decisions.
 * Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute EPA or USFS
   endorsement or recommendation for use.
 * New in 2022: Enhanced information display including recommended actions and
   PM2.5 trends.



See the User's Guide to learn more about Using the Map

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AIRNOW FIRE AND SMOKE MAP

 * About
 * How to Use
 * Data
 * Actions
 * More





ABOUT THE AIRNOW FIRE AND SMOKE MAP


The AirNow Fire and Smoke Map provides information that you can use to help
protect your health from wildfire smoke. Use this map to see:

 * Current particle pollution air quality information for your location;
 * Fire locations and smoke plumes;
 * Smoke Forecast Outlooks, where available; and,
 * Recommendations for actions to take to protect yourself from smoke. These
   recommendations were developed by EPA scientists who are experts in air
   quality and health.

The Map is a collaborative effort between the U.S. Forest Service (USFS)-led
Interagency Wildland Fire Air Quality Response Program and the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).




NEW IN VERSION 3

Version 3 of the map includes a number of enhancements:

 * ColorVision Assist (introduced in May 2022)
   This feature makes the map more accessible for people with color vision
   deficiencies. To see a version of the map with a modified Air Quality Index
   (AQI) color scale, click the color wheel in the upper right-hand corner. The
   modified scale enhances contrast between the colors, which makes it easier to
   distinguish the AQI categories.
 * Ability to save monitors and sensors to a “favorites” list
   Do you frequently check the same monitor or sensors? Now you can save them to
   a favorites list. See the “How To” tab to learn how.
 * Improved sensor data correction equation
   The EPA has updated its scientific correction equation to provide more
   accurate sensor data.
 * Fire perimeters on the map
   When you click on a large fire incident icon (icon), now the fire perimeter
   will show on the map, (where perimeter data is available).




ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:


This map is a collaborative effort between the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), led by Ron Evans, and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) led
Interagency Wildland Fire Air Quality Response Program, led by Pete Lahm, USFS.
Development work led by Sim Larkin, USFS, and Stuart Illson, University of
Washington, in collaboration with the EPA AirNow Team. Correction equation work
was led by Karoline Barkjohn, EPA. Additional thanks to Jonathan Callahan,
Desert Research Institute and many others. This site relies on data provided
from a number of sources, including AirNow, the Western Regional Climate Center,
AirSis, and PurpleAir for monitoring and sensor data, and the NOAA Hazard
Mapping System and National Interagency Fire Center for fire and smoke plume
information. Feedback and questions can be directed to firesmokemap@epa.gov.

Note: Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute EPA or
USFS endorsement or recommendation for use.





HOW TO USE THE MAP


The icons on the map are clickable. Click a:

 * Colored monitor or sensor icon on the map to get more details about particle
   pollution at your location, including information on actions to take to
   protect your health. Particle pollution is the main type of pollution in
   smoke.
   * Permanent Air quality Monitor
   * Sensor
 * Fire icon for information about the fire.

Here is a guide to the icons on map. Need more tips for getting started? Visit
our User Guide available here



SETTING A LOCATION


Entering a location makes more information available to you. If you didn’t enter
a location when you first opened the map, or want to change your location, click
the icon on the upper right-hand corner of the screen. That will open a box
where you can type in a location of interest. Selecting the blue dot icon: will
return you to your set location. You can also drag the blue dot icon to a
location of interest.

MAKING A FAVORITES LIST


You can save locations by creating a favorites list. Here’s how:

 1. Click on a monitor or sensor, then click the “Add to Favorites” button on
    the lower left corner of the popup box. Do this for each monitor or sensor
    you want to add.
 2. After you’ve added the monitors or sensors you want to save, click the
    location icon (icon) on the left side of the page. You will see your saved
    locations.
 3. Click the “Bookmark” link. That generates a unique web address (URL) and
    opens a pop-up box where you can copy the URL to the clipboard.
 4. Open a new tab in your browser. Paste the URL you copied to the clipboard
    into the address bar, then bookmark it. Go to the bookmark each time you
    want to check the Map. You also can share the unique URL with others.



Need more help? See our User Guide available here





ABOUT THE DATA


The Fire and Smoke Map shows information on particle pollution, fires and smoke
plumes:

Particle pollution data:
 * Particle pollution, also called fine particulate matter or PM2.5, is the main
   type of pollution in smoke.
 * The Map shows particle pollution data from established air quality monitors
   operated by air quality agencies, temporary monitors deployed by agencies for
   smoke events, and low-cost sensors made by PurpleAir. These sensors are owned
   and operated owned by individuals, organizations and agencies.
 * The Map does not show other types of air pollution, like ozone, that also may
   affect your air quality. Visit AirNow.gov to see ozone information near you,
   or check your state or local air agency website.
 * Note: Sensors sometimes report over- or underestimates of the actual amount
   of particle pollution in the air. Before sensor data appears on the Map, we
   apply an EPA scientific correction equation so you can compare sensor data to
   data from permanent monitors. Learn more about our data processing steps
   here.


Fire data
 * The Fire and Smoke Map shows two types of fires: large fire incidents , from
   U.S. National Interagency Fire Center, and satellite fire detections from
   various satellite systems.
 * Note: Satellites find fires by sensing temperatures on the ground and then
   looking for areas with the same temperature as a fire. False detections can
   occur in places with high ground temperatures or sun reflection. Satellites
   also routinely find multiple hotspots for a single large fire.

Smoke Plumes
 * Smoke plumes shown on the Map indicate that smoke is present. However, the
   smoke may be high in the air instead of at ground level.
 * Note: The monitor or sensor icons on the Map always show air quality near
   ground level. Click a monitor or sensor icon to see how smoke is affecting
   the air you breathe.

DISCLAIMERS:


 * EPA does not use the data on this Map to make regulatory decisions.
 * Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute EPA or USFS
   endorsement or recommendation for use.
 * Always stay tuned to local authorities for the latest information on
   wildfires, smoke , and safety.

Learn more about the work that goes into bringing you the information on the
Map. See our Frequently Asked Questions available here





ACTIONS TO TAKE


Monitor permanent: and temporary: icons and sensors icons on the Fire and Smoke
Map show particle pollution in the color codes of the U.S. Air Quality Index
(AQI). Click on an icon to see the NowCast AQI level at that location, and to
see actions to consider taking.

The AQI has six categories, ranging from Good to Hazardous. The table below
shows the actions you can consider taking for each category.

AQI CATEGORIES AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS

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When the air quality is: Actions to take Good
AQI 0-50 Everyone: Don't see or smell smoke? It's a good time to open windows or
go outdoors. Moderate
AQI 51-100 Everyone: Don’t see or smell smoke? It’s OK to open windows or go
outdoors.

Unusually Sensitive people: Keep outdoor activities light and short; go indoors
if you have symptoms. Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
AQI 101-150 Everyone: Keep outdoor activities light and short.

Sensitive Groups*: Go indoors if you have symptoms. Unhealthy
AQI 151-200 Everyone: Keep outdoor activities light and short. Go indoors if you
have symptoms.

Sensitive Groups*: Consider moving all activities indoors. Very Unhealthy
AQI 201-300 Everyone: Limit all outdoor physical activity. Go indoors if you
have symptoms.

Sensitive Groups*: Avoid all outdoor physical activity. Hazardous
AQI 301+ Everyone: Avoid all outdoor physical activity. If you are hot, go
someplace with air conditioning.

Sensitive Groups*: Stay indoors in a place with cleaner indoor air, and keep
activity levels light.

*Sensitive (at-risk) groups include people with heart or lung disease, older
adults, children, pregnant people, and people who spend a lot of time outdoors.


PAY ATTENTION IN EXTREME HEAT.


Extreme heat can lead to potentially deadly illnesses, such as heat exhaustion
and heat stroke. If it is hot outdoors, and you feel hot indoors, go somewhere
with air conditioning, if possible.

WANT TO LEARN MORE?


Find additional links and FAQs available here to learn more about wildfire smoke
and your health.





LEARN MORE


Use the above tabs to learn How to Use this Map, about Data that is shown on the
map, and about Protective Actions you can take.

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE MAP AND WILDFIRE SMOKE AND YOUR HEALTH?


Visit https://www.airnow.gov/fasm-info to read:

 * User Guide
 * Frequently Asked Questions



FEEDBACK


USFS and EPA continue to pilot improvements to the Fire and Smoke Map. We
welcome your feedback.

Have a suggestion?Please email us at firesmokemap@epa.gov

For more information about the Fire & Smoke Map please contact
firesmokemap@epa.gov

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