We release fire danger maps daily during fire season to outline when there is an enhanced risk of wildfire ignition and spread. 🔥
You can view the Fire Danger maps here: https://t.co/hg9IEkMnZx.
Check out these helpful danger rating definitions so you can understand the risk factors in your area and help prevent wildfires before they start! 👇
@NWS@PEMAHQ@forestservice@PAGameComm
#FireWeatherAwarenessWeek #WildfireSafetyPA
Tundra swans were recently spotted at Presque Isle State Park! These long-necked birds will spend some time in northwest Pennsylvania before making their journey back to the Arctic.
Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/AIaPWSfQhZ.
🌕✨ Get ready for a celestial spectacle! The total lunar eclipse (blood moon) will be visible throughout Pennsylvania tonight (March 14). 🌑
Check out this video from @NASA to see the best times to view the blood moon.
#DarkSkyWatching#ProtectTheNight
The red-winged blackbird is one of the first harbingers of spring and usually begin arriving at state park marshes and wetlands in late February or early March. Look for the red patches on the shoulders of the males and listen for their loud “conk-la-ree” call.
#SignsofSpring
❄️ Winter brought some beautiful sights and sounds to Pennsylvania's state parks and forests this year!
Where's your favorite place to enjoy the outdoors?
Pennsylvania’s 2024 wildfire season was unique with over 1,400 wildfires reported. This marks the fifth year in a row where the state has reported over 1,000 wildfires.
Learn how you can help prevent wildfires ➡️ https://t.co/8ghdqObHVI.
#PaWildfire
Spring is just around the corner when you hear the sounds of PA’s smallest frog — the spring peeper!
Although calling occurs mostly at night, unseasonably warm temperatures can trigger day-long calling.
Listen for spring peepers at state parks in wetland areas. #SignsOfSpring
Want to learn more about animals 🦊, insects 🐛, nature 🌳, and more from the convenience of a computer or mobile device? Join us online for educator-led virtual events! 💻📱
Find upcoming events ➡ https://t.co/veBH8yjxqz
The Pennsylvania Invasive Replace-ive Program will give homeowners and others the option to remove invasive trees & shrubs from their property and replace them with native trees.
Participants may receive up to (5) FREE replacement trees.
Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/ezyh7r3m9J
🚨 Invasive plants = bad news for wildlife! 🚨
These aggressive invaders outgrow, outspread, and outcompete native plants, taking over habitats and disrupting the food chain. Here are five invasive plants to avoid (and help remove)!
Learn more ➡ https://t.co/9mwhpV4iXg