Wildfire risk snapshot · Hamer, ID

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Hamer, ID.

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

HIGH

High

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: High (88/100) · RH 8% · Wind 17 mph · Rain chance 0%.

1 active fire weather alert · 3 active fire points within 50 mi.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

61

/ 100

Wildfire risk score61/100

For typical homes located in Hamer, ID.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

3

within 50 mi

Nearest

17 mi

Smoke plume

No smoke plume detected

Dryness and wind signal

High (88/100)

RH 8% · Wind 17 mph · Rain 0%

NOAA HMS · fires Jul 12 · smoke Jul 12

Local historical hazard map

Hamer, ID

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

High signal

Fire weather alerts near Hamer

Red Flag Warning

Effective local time

Red Flag Warning issued July 12 at 1:15PM MDT until July 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly based on these criteria for Southeastern Idaho: - Relative humidity at or below 15 percent and wind gusts of at least 25 mph in the mountains, or 30 mph in the Snake Plain. - Thunderstorm coverage of 25 percent, without specific rainfall criteria. - Other high impact events deemed critical by the National Weather Service and area fire management agencies.

Live dryness and wind

High (88/100)

RH 8% · Wind 17 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 0%

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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

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 12 to 22 mph

Risk score: 20/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 3 to 9 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tue

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 5 to 9 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Wed

MODERATE

Rain chance: 18%

Max wind: 5 to 12 mph

Risk score: 36/100

Thu

LOW

Rain chance: 10%

Max wind: 8 mph

Risk score: 18/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-1123,439
Baseline tile score61/100
Active fire detections3 within 50 mi · nearest 17 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 Hamer

  • 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 Hamer

Can wildfire affect Hamer?

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.