Wildfire risk snapshot · San Benito, TX

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for San Benito, 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

ELEVATED

Elevated

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Elevated (70/100) · RH 40% · Wind 14 mph · Rain chance 0%.

0 active fire weather alerts · 12 active fire points within 50 mi.

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

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

56

/ 100

Wildfire risk score56/100

For typical homes located in San Benito, TX.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

12

within 50 mi

Nearest

41 mi

Smoke plume

Smoke detected

Dryness and wind signal

Elevated (70/100)

RH 40% · Wind 14 mph · Rain 0%

NOAA HMS · fires Feb 26 · smoke Feb 26

Local hazard map

San Benito, TX

Wildfire tiles

Click a tile to update scores. These layers are for awareness and are not a replacement for official NWS / NHC warnings.

Live fire weather signals

Elevated signal

Fire weather alerts near San Benito

No active fire weather alerts at the moment.

Live dryness and wind

Elevated (70/100)

RH 40% · Wind 14 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 0%

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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: 15 mph

Risk score: 16/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 2%

Max wind: 3 to 12 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 3 to 14 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 7 to 17 mph

Risk score: 16/100

Mon

LOW

Rain chance: 5%

Max wind: 8 to 17 mph

Risk score: 16/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-977,261
Baseline tile score56/100
Active fire detections12 within 50 mi · nearest 41 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 San Benito

  • 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 San Benito

Can wildfire affect San Benito?

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.