FIREWATCH UPDATES UPDATE

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Version 3 of the map includes a number of enhancements: Forest Service (USFS)-led Interagency Wildland Fire Air Quality Response Program and the U.S.

The Map is a collaborative effort between the U.S. These recommendations were developed by EPA scientists who are experts in air quality and health. Recommendations for actions to take to protect yourself from smoke.Smoke Forecast Outlooks, where available and,.Current particle pollution air quality information for your location.The AirNow Fire and Smoke Map provides information that you can use to help protect your health from wildfire smoke. See the User's Guide to learn more about Using the Map New in 2022: Enhanced information display including recommended actions and PM2.5 trends.Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute EPA or USFS endorsement or recommendation for use.EPA will not use the data on this map to make regulatory decisions.

If there is a wildfire in your area, please stay tuned to local authorities for the latest information on fire and smoke safety.

The data on the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map are intended to help individuals make decisions to protect their health during fires.

FIREWATCH UPDATES UPDATE

The EPA and USFS will update the map layers several times during year, as we respond to feedback and work to improve the map. 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. 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.

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