First published Oct 8, 2026, 10:51:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 8, 2026, 10:51:15 PM UTC

Medium satellite-observed smoke area centered at 29.598°N, 93.919°W

NOAA HMS classified the satellite-observed smoke area as medium density, based on GOES-EAST observations from 2026-10-08 17:00 to 20:00 UTC. The source states this is not a ground-level air-quality measurement or health alert.

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The observation describes smoke extent, but does not provide a ground-level air-quality reading or health alert.

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Urgency: 1/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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