California Wildfire Maps: How fires and smoke are spreading

Wildfires in northern California have burned over 170,000 acres of land, destroyed thousands of structures, forced evacuations, and caused multiple deaths. Due to the rapid spread of these fires, traditional forecasting models are proving insufficient as they do not account for volatile weather conditions. Maps have been created to visualize active fire perimeters, smoke density levels, nearby vulnerable populations, and property risks to local agricultural businesses. These maps aim to provide vital information to residents, rescue agencies, and relief organizations while raising awareness of the long-term health hazards associated with high smoke exposure.