Wildfire risk snapshot · Aitkin, MN

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Aitkin, MN.

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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 27% · Wind 14 mph · Rain chance 2%.

0 active fire weather alerts · 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.

49

/ 100

Wildfire risk score49/100

For typical homes located in Aitkin, MN.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

3

within 50 mi

Nearest

15 mi

Smoke plume

Smoke detected

Dryness and wind signal

Elevated (64/100)

RH 27% · Wind 14 mph · Rain 2%

NOAA HMS · fires May 27 · smoke May 27

Local historical hazard map

Aitkin, MN

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 Aitkin

No active fire weather alerts at the moment.

Live dryness and wind

Elevated (64/100)

RH 27% · Wind 14 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 2%

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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: 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Fri

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-938,465
Baseline tile score49/100
Active fire detections3 within 50 mi · nearest 15 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 Aitkin

  • 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 Aitkin

Can wildfire affect Aitkin?

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.