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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Menoken, ND.

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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

HIGH

High

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: High (88/100) · RH 20% · Wind 16 mph · Rain chance 0%.

2 active fire weather alerts · 45 active fire points within 50 mi.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

37

/ 100

Wildfire risk score37/100

For typical homes located in Menoken, ND.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

45

within 50 mi

Nearest

46 mi

Smoke plume

No smoke plume detected

Dryness and wind signal

High (88/100)

RH 20% · Wind 16 mph · Rain 0%

NOAA HMS · fires May 13 · smoke May 13

Local historical hazard map

Menoken, ND

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

High signal

Fire weather alerts near Menoken

Red Flag Warning

Effective local time

Red Flag Warning issued May 13 at 2:02PM CDT until May 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Fire Weather Watch

Effective local time

Fire Weather Watch issued May 13 at 2:02PM CDT until May 15 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Live dryness and wind

High (88/100)

RH 20% · Wind 16 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 0%

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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: 3%

Max wind: 17 to 28 mph

Risk score: 20/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 6%

Max wind: 21 to 30 mph

Risk score: 26/100

Fri

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 20 to 33 mph

Risk score: 26/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 2%

Max wind: 6 to 9 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sun

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 70%

Max wind: 17 to 22 mph

Risk score: 73/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-1006,468
Baseline tile score37/100
Active fire detections45 within 50 mi · nearest 46 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 Menoken

  • 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 Menoken

Can wildfire affect Menoken?

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.