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Current risk outlook
Wildfire risk for Millerdale Colony, SD.
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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
ELEVATEDElevated
Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Elevated (70/100) · RH 31% · Wind 20 mph · Rain chance 4%.
1 active fire weather alert · 19 active fire points within 50 mi.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
43
/ 100
For typical homes located in Millerdale Colony, SD.
Baseline context
Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.
Active fire & smoke
19
within 50 mi
Nearest
4 mi
Smoke plume
No smoke plume detected
Dryness and wind signal
Elevated (70/100)
RH 31% · Wind 20 mph · Rain 4%
NOAA HMS · fires May 13 · smoke May 13
Compare other local risks
See how Millerdale Colony 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
Millerdale Colony, SD
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 signalFire weather alerts near Millerdale Colony
Red Flag Warning
Effective local time
Red Flag Warning issued May 14 at 1:05AM CDT until May 15 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
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
Elevated (70/100)
RH 31% · Wind 20 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 4%
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 Millerdale Colony, SD.
5-day weather outlook
Today
LOWRain chance: 4%
Max wind: 21 to 36 mph
Risk score: 26/100
Tomorrow
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 12 to 20 mph
Risk score: 20/100
Sat
LOWRain chance: 2%
Max wind: 9 to 14 mph
Risk score: 10/100
Sun
HIGHRain chance: 86%
Max wind: 21 to 28 mph
Risk score: 83/100
Mon
MODERATERain chance: 58%
Max wind: 22 to 29 mph
Risk score: 45/100
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 Millerdale Colony
- 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 Millerdale Colony
Can wildfire affect Millerdale Colony?
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.