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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Java, SD.

Some live sources are refreshing; historical context remains available.

This view separates long-term wildfire potential from live fire, smoke, weather, and alert signals when those sources are available.

Live risk outlook

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Use the official sources below for time-sensitive conditions; the score below is not an active warning.

Live alert status is unavailable here; check official sources directly.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

40

/ 100

Wildfire risk score40/100

For typical homes located in Java, SD.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

—

within 50 mi

Nearest

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Smoke plume

Smoke data unavailable

Dryness and wind signal

Low (6/100)

RH 90% · Wind 7 mph · Rain 1%

NOAA HMS

Local historical hazard map

Java, SD

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

Low signal

Fire weather alerts near Java

No active fire weather alerts at the moment.

Live dryness and wind

Low (6/100)

RH 90% · Wind 7 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 1%

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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: 5 to 9 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 7%

Max wind: 12 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Mon

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 73%

Max wind: 20 to 23 mph

Risk score: 73/100

Tue

MODERATE

Rain chance: 43%

Max wind: 12 mph

Risk score: 35/100

Wed

LOW

Rain chance: 5%

Max wind: 8 to 13 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-999,455
Baseline tile score40/100
Live dryness and wind signalLow (6/100)
Humidity · Wind · Rain chanceRH 90% · Wind 7 mph · Rain 1%

Baseline wildfire potential from USFS hazard potential tiles, plus live dryness, wind, fire, smoke, and NWS fire weather alerts.

Historical wildfire exposure near Java

  • 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 Java

Can wildfire affect Java?

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.