Otero County, CO — Threat Level Today
As of Oct 14, 06:14 AM ET, Otero County, Colorado is at NORMAL (13/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Thunderstorms expected Wednesday.
Updated Oct 14, 06:14 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
13 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Wednesday
- ▸ Aspen Acres fire 77 mi away (102,007 acres, 90% contained)
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Aspen Acres 77 mi · Post 77.4 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3.6 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Northwest at 67.4% of 7-day peak · 0% of Colorado customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Colorado |
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