Wildfire risk snapshot · Shenandoah, LA

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Shenandoah, LA.

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This view separates long-term wildfire potential from live fire, smoke, weather, and alert signals when those sources are available.

Live risk outlook

MODERATE

Moderate

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Moderate (40/100) · RH 71% · Wind 3 mph · Rain chance 13%.

0 active fire weather alerts · 677 active fire points within 50 mi.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

47

/ 100

Wildfire risk score47/100

For typical homes located in Shenandoah, LA.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

677

within 50 mi

Nearest

14 mi

Smoke plume

Smoke detected

Dryness and wind signal

Moderate (40/100)

RH 71% · Wind 3 mph · Rain 13%

NOAA HMS · fires Nov 10 · smoke Nov 10

Local historical hazard map

Shenandoah, LA

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

Moderate signal

Fire weather alerts near Shenandoah

No active fire weather alerts at the moment.

Live dryness and wind

Moderate (40/100)

RH 71% · Wind 3 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 13%

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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: 20%

Max wind: 0 mph

Risk score: 25/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 13%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 18/100

Thu

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Fri

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-911,304
Baseline tile score47/100
Active fire detections677 within 50 mi · nearest 14 mi
Smoke plume statusSmoke detected

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

Historical wildfire exposure near Shenandoah

  • 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 Shenandoah

Can wildfire affect Shenandoah?

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.