FIRMS (Fire Information for Resource Management System) provides near real-time satellite-based fire detection data, reporting active fires within three hours of a satellite overpass. EarthRanger integrates this information to help users visualize fire alerts directly on the map as distinct Events, offering timely insights into fire activity that may impact conservation efforts, park operations, or response planning.

How FIRMS Alerts Appear in EarthRanger

Once FIRMS integration is enabled, you’ll see fire alert Events appear automatically on the map interface. These FIRMS Events:

• Are generated automatically, without user input
• Display as standard EarthRanger Events with fire-specific iconography
• Include metadata such as detection time, location coordinates, and other details. 

FIRMS alerts are designed to enhance your real-time situational awareness and strengthen proactive planning.

Next in this series: Configuring FIRMS Integration in EarthRanger Admin