Wildfire risk snapshot · Cedaredge, CO

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Cedaredge, CO.

Live conditions updated just now. Refreshes every 5–40 minutes.

This view summarizes wildfire exposure based on fuels, seasonal dryness, and regional fire patterns. Dedicated wildfire baselines are rolling out.

Live risk outlook

ELEVATED

Elevated

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Elevated (64/100) · RH 16% · Wind 12 mph · Rain chance 15%.

2 active fire weather alerts · 0 active fire points within 50 mi.

Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

50

/ 100

Wildfire risk score50/100

For typical homes located in Cedaredge, CO.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

0

within 50 mi

Nearest

222 mi

Smoke plume

No smoke plume detected

Dryness and wind signal

Elevated (64/100)

RH 16% · Wind 12 mph · Rain 15%

NOAA HMS · fires Jun 25 · smoke Jun 25

Local historical hazard map

Cedaredge, CO

Historical wildfire tiles

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

Elevated signal

Fire weather alerts near Cedaredge

Fire Weather Watch

Effective local time

Fire Weather Watch issued June 25 at 11:08AM MDT until June 28 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.

Red Flag Warning

Effective local time

Red Flag Warning issued June 25 at 11:08AM MDT until June 28 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.

Live dryness and wind

Elevated (64/100)

RH 16% · Wind 12 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 15%

Forecast mentions

This Afternoon

Patchy Smoke

Tonight

Patchy Smoke then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

View full NWS forecast →

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.

5-day weather outlook

Today

MODERATE

Rain chance: 46%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 53/100

Tomorrow

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 55%

Max wind: 5 to 20 mph

Risk score: 63/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 10 to 30 mph

Risk score: 26/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 15 to 30 mph

Risk score: 26/100

Mon

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 5 to 20 mph

Risk score: 20/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-1080,388
Baseline tile score50/100
Active fire detections0 within 50 mi · nearest 222 mi
Smoke plume statusNo smoke plume detected

Baseline wildfire potential from USFS hazard potential tiles, plus live dryness, wind, fire, smoke, and NWS fire weather alerts.

Historical wildfire exposure near Cedaredge

  • 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 Cedaredge

Can wildfire affect Cedaredge?

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.