The question that I was asking with this map is how bad has the drought become after a couple years in California. I started with the map for 2015 first and after I perfected it then I created the map for 2012. After the two data frames were created, I then added finishing touches to the complete map. I also created an extent map for people who are not familiar with the western side of the United States. As you can see since the 2012, the drought has become more severe in California. The measurement for the map is the intensity of the drought on a scale of 0-4 on the drought meter.
This map could be used by land management and policy makers to see which counties would need the biggest water restrictions. This map could also be used by the general public to see the conditions of the drought and how it affecting different parts of the state and specific counties. This map can help to shape how the state uses water and how much water is being used in the future. The information from this map can really show the affects of the drought and can have an effect on the public and how their usage of water.
Map: Good organization and color scheme; Good use of extent map - try to include boxes to even better display location; Also, try using a contrasting color for background behind maps (the red background causes your data frame to blend in instead of pop out) Overall great job :) Write Up: Very clear discussion of audience and purpose of map; Elaborate on why you chose the specific extent, color scheme
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