Santa Cruz County, CA — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 02:15 PM ET, Santa Cruz County, California is at WATCH (20/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is SUNOL fire 42.9 mi away.
Updated Aug 29, 02:15 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
20 /100
WATCH
Conditions worth monitoring.
- ▸ SUNOL fire 42.9 mi away
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | SUNOL 42.9 mi · Timber 54.5 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M4.8 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | California at 68.7% of 7-day peak · 0% of California customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in California |
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