First published Oct 23, 2026, 6:45:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 23, 2026, 6:45:15 PM UTC

Heavy satellite-observed smoke area centered at 30.235°N, 82.999°W — Near Live Oak, FL, United States

NOAA HMS identified a heavy-density smoke area in satellite observations near Live Oak during the stated observation period. The record clarifies that it is not a ground-level air-quality reading or health alert.

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Affected location: Near Live Oak, Florida, United States

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The record distinguishes satellite-observed smoke from a surface air-quality measurement or health warning.

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Confidence: 7/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 1/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 3/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 1/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Urgency: 2/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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NOAA HMS Smoke Detection Heavy satellite-observed smoke area centered at 30.235°N, 82.999°W — Near Live Oak, FL, United StatesNOAA/NESDIS Hazard Mapping System (HMS) Usage terms

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