Wildfire risk snapshot · Ranchitos del Norte, TX

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Ranchitos del Norte, TX.

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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 (86/100) · RH 27% · Wind 12 mph · Rain chance 2%.

0 active fire weather alerts · 64 active fire points within 50 mi.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

62

/ 100

Wildfire risk score62/100

For typical homes located in Ranchitos del Norte, TX.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

64

within 50 mi

Nearest

5 mi

Smoke plume

Smoke detected

Dryness and wind signal

High (86/100)

RH 27% · Wind 12 mph · Rain 2%

NOAA HMS · fires Aug 26 · smoke Aug 26

Local historical hazard map

Ranchitos del Norte, 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

High signal

Fire weather alerts near Ranchitos del Norte

No active fire weather alerts at the moment.

Live dryness and wind

High (86/100)

RH 27% · Wind 12 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: 1%

Max wind: 8 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 3 to 7 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Fri

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 3 to 7 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 5%

Max wind: 2 to 7 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 3 to 8 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-989,264
Baseline tile score62/100
Active fire detections64 within 50 mi · nearest 5 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 Ranchitos del Norte

  • 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 Ranchitos del Norte

Can wildfire affect Ranchitos del Norte?

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.