Maricopa County, AZ — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 02:14 PM ET, Maricopa County, Arizona is at ELEVATED (66/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is 3 active NWS alerts incl. Extreme Heat Warning.
Updated Aug 29, 02:14 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
66 /100
ELEVATED
Active threats affecting this area.
- ▸ 3 active NWS alerts incl. Extreme Heat Warning
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Today
- ▸ Bluebird fire 53.9 mi away (299 acres)
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 3 active — Extreme Heat Warning |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Bluebird 53.9 mi · Haystack 81.9 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3.4 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Southwest at 57% of 7-day peak · 0% of Arizona customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Arizona |
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