This map contains free and open data layers from ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World that relate to improving situational awareness around wildland fires. It has been pre-configured to be used as is. The intention was to provide a clear and readable map for both fire staff or citizens in or near wildfire areas.
Some of the features of this map are:
- All layers update automatically using Esri’s Aggregated Live Feed (ALF) methodology
- Unit measurements are consistant across all layers
- Pop-ups are informative and readable, and have been configured with Arcade
- Intuitive palettes and map symbology are color-blind friendly
- Time-enabled settings configured on Wind Speed and Gust, Smoke Forecast, and VIIRS layers
- Beaufort Wind Scale is used and have measurements in miles per hour