Wildfire risk snapshot · Grand Marais, MN

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Grand Marais, 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

MODERATE

Moderate

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Moderate (48/100) · RH 68% · Wind 6 mph · Rain chance 29%.

1 active fire weather alert · 65 active fire points within 50 mi.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

50

/ 100

Wildfire risk score50/100

For typical homes located in Grand Marais, MN.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

65

within 50 mi

Nearest

47 mi

Smoke plume

Smoke detected

Dryness and wind signal

Moderate (48/100)

RH 68% · Wind 6 mph · Rain 29%

NOAA HMS · fires Jul 11 · smoke Jul 11

Local historical hazard map

Grand Marais, 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

Moderate signal

Fire weather alerts near Grand Marais

Fire Weather Watch

Effective local time

Fire Weather Watch issued July 12 at 12:12AM CDT until July 13 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

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

Live dryness and wind

Moderate (48/100)

RH 68% · Wind 6 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 29%

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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

MODERATE

Rain chance: 30%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 43/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tue

LOW

Rain chance: 2%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Wed

LOW

Rain chance: 8%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Thu

LOW

Rain chance: 27%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 25/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-904,477
Baseline tile score50/100
Active fire detections65 within 50 mi · nearest 47 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 Grand Marais

  • 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 Grand Marais

Can wildfire affect Grand Marais?

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.