Wildfire risk snapshot · Ojo Encino, NM

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Ojo Encino, NM.

Live conditions updated just now. Refreshes every 5–40 minutes.

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 16% · Wind 18 mph · Rain chance 2%.

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.

26

/ 100

Wildfire risk score26/100

For typical homes located in Ojo Encino, NM.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

0

within 50 mi

Nearest

203 mi

Smoke plume

No smoke plume detected

Dryness and wind signal

Elevated (64/100)

RH 16% · Wind 18 mph · Rain 2%

NOAA HMS · fires May 28 · smoke May 28

Local historical hazard map

Ojo Encino, NM

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 Ojo Encino

Red Flag Warning

Effective local time

Red Flag Warning issued May 28 at 1:47PM MDT until May 29 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM

Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the field of this Red Flag Warning.

Live dryness and wind

Elevated (64/100)

RH 16% · Wind 18 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: 20 mph

Risk score: 20/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 2%

Max wind: 0 to 20 mph

Risk score: 20/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 5 to 15 mph

Risk score: 16/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Mon

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-1074,359
Baseline tile score26/100
Active fire detections0 within 50 mi · nearest 203 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 Ojo Encino

  • 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 Ojo Encino

Can wildfire affect Ojo Encino?

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.