We are living in the "Pyrocene," a new geological epoch defined by intense and widespread wildfire activity. This crisis demands granular, distinct data streams: one to track the **source (fire)** and one to track the **impact (smoke)**. This two-map approach, fueled by **Enterprise Tier** data, is the gold standard for high-value wildfire solutions.
Increase in Extreme Fire Weather
A 2025 study highlighted that the occurrence of extreme fire weather has roughly doubled compared to the preindustrial period, emphasizing the need for advanced fire and smoke monitoring.
Dual Global Visualization: Remote Sensing & Forecast Impact
The two maps below are linked by the time slider. Map 2 (Remote Sensing) shows **instantaneous Fire Radiative Power (FRP)** data detected by satellites, while Map 1 (Smoke) uses that input to run a **48-hour forecast model** (the high-value product).
Data Tiers Required:
Both maps require **Enterprise Tier** access for global coverage, high resolution, and predictive modeling based on satellite feeds (MODIS/VIIRS).
Map 1: Smoke Plume Forecast (AQI)
AQI Legend (Hover for PM2.5 & Latency)
Map 2: Remote Sensing Hotspot Map (FRP)
FRP Legend (Hover for Brightness Temp)
**Actionable Insights:** Map 2 informs **fire containment** and **resource deployment**. Map 1, using Map 2's data as input, informs **public health warnings** and **air filtration needs**.
Typical AQM Data Subscription Costs
The requirement for **two real-time global maps** showing distinct, high-resolution data streams (smoke and fire) solidifies the need for the **Enterprise Tier** subscription. This separates professional solutions from public-access data.
**Enterprise Cost**: The $2,500+ monthly cost covers the APIs for both predictive (Smoke Map) and immediate (Fire Map) satellite data streams.
Demand by AQM Data Type
The Fire Map (Remote Sensing) relies on **Real-time Sensor Data** (55%) for hotspot detection, while the Smoke Map uses **Predictive Smoke Forecasts** (35%) to generate future plume movement.
The map's forecasting capability (Time Slider) is driven by the 35% demand for Predictive Smoke Forecasts, a high-value data product.
A Data-Driven Wildfire Solution Workflow
The dual maps demonstrate the two distinct inputs needed at Step 1 and the split between immediate data (Fire Map) and predictive modeling (Smoke Map).
Satellite & Sensor Data
Global PM2.5 & fire detection
AQM Platform
Aggregation & Analysis
Predictive Smoke Model
Forecast smoke plumes
Public Health Alert
Notify at-risk users