Wildfire risk snapshot · Bacliff, TX

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Bacliff, TX.

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.

7

/ 100

Wildfire risk score7/100

For typical homes located in Bacliff, TX.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

65

within 50 mi

Nearest

48 mi

Smoke plume

Smoke detected

Dryness and wind signal

Low (34/100)

RH — · Wind — · Rain —

NOAA HMS · fires Sep 26 · smoke Sep 26

Local historical hazard map

Bacliff, TX

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 Bacliff

No active fire weather alerts at the moment.

Live dryness and wind

Low (34/100)

RH — · Wind — · Current rain — · Rain chance —

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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

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 13%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 18/100

Today

LOW

Rain chance: 13%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 18/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 15%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 18/100

Tue

LOW

Rain chance: 14%

Max wind: 5 to 15 mph

Risk score: 24/100

Wed

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 52%

Max wind: 10 to 15 mph

Risk score: 59/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-950,295
Baseline tile score7/100
Active fire detections65 within 50 mi · nearest 48 mi
Smoke plume statusSmoke detected

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

Historical wildfire exposure near Bacliff

  • 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 Bacliff

Can wildfire affect Bacliff?

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.