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Current risk outlook
Wildfire risk for Carmel Valley Village, CA.
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This view summarizes wildfire exposure based on fuels, seasonal dryness, and regional fire patterns. Dedicated wildfire baselines are rolling out.
Live risk outlook
HIGHHigh
Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: High (80/100) · RH 32% · Wind 6 mph · Rain chance 6%.
1 active fire weather alert · 1981 active fire points within 50 mi.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
81
/ 100
For typical homes located in Carmel Valley Village, CA.
Baseline context
Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.
Active fire & smoke
1981
within 50 mi
Nearest
10 mi
Smoke plume
Smoke detected
Dryness and wind signal
High (80/100)
RH 32% · Wind 6 mph · Rain 6%
NOAA HMS · fires Aug 27 · smoke Aug 27
Compare other local risks
See how Carmel Valley Village scores across each hazard model.
City snapshot
All hazards combined
Flood risk
Heavy rain and low-lying flood exposure
Wind risk
Roof stress and gust-driven damage
AQI risk
Current air quality and AQI signal
Lightning risk
Thunderstorm and strike exposure
Tornado risk
Historic tornado corridor exposure
Hail risk
Hail frequency and roof impact potential
Local historical hazard map
Carmel Valley Village, CA
Click a tile to update scores. These layers show long-term historical baseline risk, not live warnings or short-term forecast risk.
Live fire weather signals
High signalFire weather alerts near Carmel Valley Village
Red Flag Warning
Effective local time
Red Flag Warning issued August 27 at 11:07AM PDT until August 28 at 3:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Please advise responding agencies or fire crews in the field of this fire weather alert. Never leave burning debris or camp fires unattended; extinguish them completely. Avoid using equipment or machinery that could create a spark. Secure tow chains to avoid dragging and subsequent sparks. Never toss cigarette butts out of your vehicle's window. Remember, one less spark, one less flame. Familiarize yourself with your emergency plan! Where will you go? How will you get there? Do you have your go kit ready to go? Who will you call to let others know you are safe? Visit ready.gov/plan for more information.
Live dryness and wind
High (80/100)
RH 32% · Wind 6 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 6%
Forecast mentions
This Afternoon
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Source: National Weather Service.
Wildfire readiness checklist
- Clear dry debris within 5 ft of structures.
- Trim branches 6–10 ft from roofs and chimneys.
- Move wood piles and propane tanks 30+ ft away.
- Clean gutters and ember screens before peak season.
Prioritize defensible space, ember hardening, and evacuation routes.
Protect your home before the next storm
Use wildfire exposure to plan defensible space, evacuation timing, and coverage in Carmel Valley Village, CA.
5-day weather outlook
Today
MODERATERain chance: 21%
Max wind: 7 mph
Risk score: 43/100
Tomorrow
MODERATERain chance: 21%
Max wind: 1 to 9 mph
Risk score: 43/100
Sat
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 2 to 9 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Sun
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 3 to 8 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Mon
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 2 to 8 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Historical wildfire exposure
Local wildfire data facts
Baseline wildfire potential from USFS hazard potential tiles, plus live dryness, wind, fire, smoke, and NWS fire weather alerts.
Historical wildfire exposure near Carmel Valley Village
- Wildfire risk tracks fuel availability, drought stress, and wind-driven spread.
- Local topography can funnel flames and embers into specific corridors.
- Seasonality matters: prolonged dry spells raise ignition and spread risk.
Wildfire risk FAQs for Carmel Valley Village
Can wildfire affect Carmel Valley Village?
Wildfire exposure depends on nearby fuels, dryness, and wind patterns. This view summarizes regional conditions and seasonal drivers.
What drives wildfire spread risk?
Dry fuels, wind, slope, and prolonged heat create the highest spread potential. Defensible space and ember resistance reduce damage risk.