DATA GEM: Using My Community Explorer to Understand Local Impacts

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In this Data Gem, learn how to use My Community Explorer on Census.gov to see how disasters could affect your community. By zooming in on smaller areas, you can spot where people may need the most help and make better decisions about where to focus resources.

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Data Gems

A series of "how-to" videos available for data users who are looking for an easy and quick way to enhance their knowledge of Census data.

They will introduce you to various concepts and techniques to improve your ability to navigate our website and use our data-access tools.

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