The map shows the distribution of wildfire smoke at 4:18 a.m. MT, June 30, 2012. This map gives a good indication of not just WHERE the fires are, but how active they are. The purple and yellow areas have the highest concentrations of smoke.
Smoke map, June 30, 2012
Thanks for this work Bill. It is very useful and informative.
Is the current level of the number of fires out of the ordinary? Is the smoke in the light green areas visible to an observer standing on the ground?
Thanks.
Craig, you’re welcome. And, yes, the current level of fire activity is more than average. Concerning the smoke, in some cases you will be able to see a haze in the air if you are in an area shown on the map in light green.
Thanks for all of the great help! The internet has allowed us to see previously hidden National Treasures such as yourself. At what level is the smoke dangerous for prolonged inhaling? Any level OK? How does it compare to smoking?
Richard
What are smoke conditions Hiway 70, Denver to Glenwood Springs, CO also Aspen area in re: to fire and smoke?
I wish the image showing where the fires are had the dots in various sizes to show thew size of the fire. Do so appreciate the image even as it is. Family is postponing plans for a trip West til next year and camping here in Michigan for two weeks instead. Thanks!