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Everglades National Park
Air Quality
 
 
Air quality is monitored as part of the National Park Service’s national program. Parameters measured include ozone, wind speed, visibility, and ultraviolet radiation. The air quality monitoring program also includes an atmospheric deposition sampler that is monitored weekly in cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Did You Know?  

Did You Know?
Many of the orchids found within the Everglades are "epiphytic," growing on host trees that are used for support. This adaptation allows a variety of plants to grow in an otherwise harsh environment.

Last Updated: June 05, 2007 at 08:26 EST