Wildfire risk snapshot · Twin Falls, ID

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Twin Falls, 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

ELEVATED

Elevated

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Elevated (70/100) · RH 25% · Wind 4 mph · Rain chance 1%.

1 active fire weather alert · 43 active fire points within 50 mi.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

45

/ 100

Wildfire risk score45/100

For typical homes located in Twin Falls, ID.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

43

within 50 mi

Nearest

27 mi

Smoke plume

No smoke plume detected

Dryness and wind signal

Elevated (70/100)

RH 25% · Wind 4 mph · Rain 1%

NOAA HMS · fires Jun 25 · smoke Jun 25

Local historical hazard map

Twin Falls, 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

Elevated signal

Fire weather alerts near Twin Falls

Fire Weather Watch

Effective local time

Fire Weather Watch issued June 25 at 8:24AM MDT until June 27 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Boise ID

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are possible. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.

Live dryness and wind

Elevated (70/100)

RH 25% · Wind 4 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 1%

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

LOW

Rain chance: 6%

Max wind: 3 to 8 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 16%

Max wind: 13 to 18 mph

Risk score: 24/100

Sat

HIGH

Rain chance: 96%

Max wind: 7 to 21 mph

Risk score: 83/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 13%

Max wind: 13 to 18 mph

Risk score: 24/100

Mon

LOW

Rain chance: 4%

Max wind: 7 to 12 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-1145,425
Baseline tile score45/100
Active fire detections43 within 50 mi · nearest 27 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 Twin Falls

  • 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 Twin Falls

Can wildfire affect Twin Falls?

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.