Placer County, CA — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 01:28 PM ET, Placer County, California is at NORMAL (15/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is CHUTE fire 35.1 mi away (162 acres, 97% contained).
Updated Aug 29, 01:28 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
15 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ CHUTE fire 35.1 mi away (162 acres, 97% contained)
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | CHUTE 35.1 mi · GANN 55.6 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | AQI 34 (Good) |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M4.8 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | California at 67.8% of 7-day peak · 0% of California customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in California |
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