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Current risk outlook
Wildfire risk for Tropic, UT.
Live conditions updated just now. Refreshes every 5–40 minutes.
This view summarizes wildfire exposure based on fuels, seasonal dryness, and regional fire patterns. Dedicated wildfire baselines are rolling out.
Live risk outlook
HIGHHigh
Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: High (86/100) · RH 15% · Wind 5 mph · Rain chance 0%.
1 active fire weather alert · 2534 active fire points within 50 mi.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
44
/ 100
For typical homes located in Tropic, UT.
Baseline context
Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.
Active fire & smoke
2534
within 50 mi
Nearest
34 mi
Smoke plume
Smoke detected
Dryness and wind signal
High (86/100)
RH 15% · Wind 5 mph · Rain 0%
NOAA HMS · fires Jun 23 · smoke Jun 22
Compare other local risks
See how Tropic 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
Tropic, UT
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 signalFire weather alerts near Tropic
Red Flag Warning
Effective local time
Red Flag Warning issued June 22 at 10:12PM MDT until June 23 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now...or are imminent. A combination of strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
Live dryness and wind
High (86/100)
RH 15% · Wind 5 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 0%
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 Tropic, UT.
5-day weather outlook
Today
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 7 to 17 mph
Risk score: 16/100
Tomorrow
ELEVATEDRain chance: 46%
Max wind: 5 to 17 mph
Risk score: 59/100
Thu
MODERATERain chance: 19%
Max wind: 5 to 18 mph
Risk score: 42/100
Fri
LOWRain chance: 1%
Max wind: 3 to 24 mph
Risk score: 20/100
Sat
LOWRain chance: 0%
Max wind: 8 to 29 mph
Risk score: 20/100
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 Tropic
- 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 Tropic
Can wildfire affect Tropic?
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.