Mapping Adverse Events
ZDR3 maps storm systems, using NOAA data, by superimposing storm information in relation to ZDR3 Network and other zoological facilities.
We begin mapping a storm when it is named and appears to be forming into a potential threat and continue mapping until we fully understand the storm’s impact.
In addition to identifying potentially impacted facilities, these maps assist with other considerations, such as identifying the routes responders will need to travel to avoid storm impact, which network members may be affected by lesser impact of the storm, and determining which members of the ZDR3 network may be best equipped to respond to their colleagues in need.
ZDR3 created this map of Hurricane Laura as it was moving over Louisiana in August 2020. The colored zones denote anticipated wind speeds, and the color of each icon denotes types of zoological businesses.
ZDR3 created this map of Hurricane Ian as it was moving over Florida in August 2022. The colored zones denote watches and warnings, and the color of each dot corresponds to a facility's evacuation zone.