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Current risk outlook
Wildfire risk for West Glendive, MT.
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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
HIGHHigh
Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Low (26/100) · RH 52% · Wind 9 mph · Rain chance 1%.
1 active fire weather alert · 0 active fire points within 50 mi.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
40
/ 100
For typical homes located in West Glendive, MT.
Baseline context
Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.
Active fire & smoke
0
within 50 mi
Nearest
145 mi
Smoke plume
No smoke plume detected
Dryness and wind signal
Low (26/100)
RH 52% · Wind 9 mph · Rain 1%
NOAA HMS · fires May 11 · smoke May 10
Compare other local risks
See how West Glendive scores across each hazard model.
City snapshot
All hazards combined
Flood risk
Heavy rain and low-lying flood exposure
Wind risk
Roof stress and gust-driven damage
AQI risk
Current air quality and AQI signal
Lightning risk
Thunderstorm and strike exposure
Tornado risk
Historic tornado corridor exposure
Hail risk
Hail frequency and roof impact potential
Local historical hazard map
West Glendive, MT
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
Low signalFire weather alerts near West Glendive
Red Flag Warning
Effective local time
Red Flag Warning issued May 11 at 12:06AM MDT until May 11 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Glasgow MT
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in these areas of this Red Flag Warning.
Live dryness and wind
Low (26/100)
RH 52% · Wind 9 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 1%
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.
Protect your home before the next storm
Use wildfire exposure to plan defensible space, evacuation timing, and coverage in West Glendive, MT.
5-day weather outlook
Today
HIGHRain chance: 80–100%
Max wind: 40–60 mph
Risk score: 90/100
Tomorrow
ELEVATEDRain chance: 60–80%
Max wind: 30–45 mph
Risk score: 75/100
Thu
MODERATERain chance: 30–60%
Max wind: 20–35 mph
Risk score: 50/100
Fri
MODERATERain chance: 30–60%
Max wind: 20–35 mph
Risk score: 50/100
Sat
LOWRain chance: 10–30%
Max wind: 10–25 mph
Risk score: 25/100
Historical wildfire exposure
Local wildfire data facts
Baseline wildfire potential from USFS hazard potential tiles, plus live dryness, wind, fire, smoke, and NWS fire weather alerts.
Historical wildfire exposure near West Glendive
- 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 West Glendive
Can wildfire affect West Glendive?
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.