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Current risk outlook
Wildfire risk for Brookside, DE.
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
MODERATEModerate
Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Low (12/100) · RH 58% · Wind 5 mph · Rain chance 14%.
0 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.
46
/ 100
For typical homes located in Brookside, DE.
Baseline context
Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.
Active fire & smoke
0
within 50 mi
Nearest
288 mi
Smoke plume
No smoke plume detected
Dryness and wind signal
Low (12/100)
RH 58% · Wind 5 mph · Rain 14%
NOAA HMS · fires Feb 26 · smoke Feb 26
Compare other local risks
See how Brookside 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
Storm surge risk
Coastal inundation and tidal vulnerability
Lightning risk
Thunderstorm and strike exposure
Tornado risk
Historic tornado corridor exposure
Hail risk
Hail frequency and roof impact potential
Hurricane risk
Wind + surge + rain-driven flooding
Local hazard map
Brookside, DE
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Live fire weather signals
Low signalFire weather alerts near Brookside
No active fire weather alerts at the moment.
Live dryness and wind
Low (12/100)
RH 58% · Wind 5 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 14%
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 Brookside, DE.
5-day weather outlook
Today
MODERATERain chance: 45%
Max wind: 0 to 5 mph
Risk score: 35/100
Tomorrow
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 0 to 5 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Sat
LOWRain chance: 3%
Max wind: 0 to 5 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Sun
LOWRain chance: 10%
Max wind: 5 to 10 mph
Risk score: 18/100
Mon
MODERATERain chance: 46%
Max wind: 5 mph
Risk score: 35/100
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 Brookside
- 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 Brookside
Can wildfire affect Brookside?
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.