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AirNow Fire & Smoke interactive map, showing air quality index readings across North America

AirNow Fire and Smoke Map

The AirNow Fire and Smoke Map is an interactive map displaying information on ground-level air quality monitors recording fine particulates (PM2.5) from smoke and other sources, as well as informat

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Experimental Surface Water Monitor example map

Experimental Surface Water Monitor

The Experimental Surface Water Monitor provides forecasts and current conditions for soil moisture and cumulative runoff in the United States.

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1915 - Present
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The Climate Toolbox

The Climate Toolbox is a collection of web tools for visualizing past and projected climate and projected climate and hydrology of the contiguous United States of America.

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Case Study: An Early Drought Declaration Gave Washington Communities Opportunity To Prepare

Before summer took hold, Washington issued a nearly-statewide drought declaration, allowing funding to become available for drought relief.A drought declaration earlier this spring opened up funding to eligible public entities in Washington to respond to more intense drought conditions before they arrived this summer. Despite the Pacific Northwest’s rainy reputation, much of Washington falls
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