Wildfire risk snapshot · Brewster, WA

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Brewster, WA.

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

HIGH

High

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: High (86/100) · RH 28% · Wind 6 mph · Rain chance 0%.

1 active fire weather alert · 9401 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 Brewster, WA.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

9401

within 50 mi

Nearest

27 mi

Smoke plume

Smoke detected

Dryness and wind signal

High (86/100)

RH 28% · Wind 6 mph · Rain 0%

NOAA HMS · fires Aug 26 · smoke Aug 26

Local historical hazard map

Brewster, WA

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 Brewster

Red Flag Warning

Effective local time

Red Flag Warning issued August 26 at 1:30PM PDT until August 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

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

High (86/100)

RH 28% · Wind 6 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 0%

Forecast mentions

Tonight

Areas Of Smoke

Thursday

Haze then Areas Of Smoke

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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: 2 to 7 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 2 to 17 mph

Risk score: 16/100

Fri

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 2 to 9 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 17%

Max wind: 5 to 8 mph

Risk score: 18/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 2 to 7 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-1198,481
Baseline tile score62/100
Active fire detections9401 within 50 mi · nearest 27 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 Brewster

  • 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 Brewster

Can wildfire affect Brewster?

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.