Kern County, CA — Threat Level Today
As of Jul 15, 09:36 AM ET, Kern County, California is at ELEVATED (57/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is CROWN fire 15.4 mi away.
Updated Jul 15, 09:36 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
57 /100
ELEVATED
Active threats affecting this area.
- ▸ CROWN fire 15.4 mi away
- ▸ Heat Risk expected Today
- ▸ 1 active NWS alert
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 1 active — Heat Advisory |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | CROWN 15.4 mi · SHERWOOD 16.4 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | AQI 57 (Moderate) |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M2.9 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | California at 56.8% of 7-day peak · 0.1% of California customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in California |
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