New Castle County, DE — Threat Level Today
As of Jul 15, 11:25 AM ET, New Castle County, Delaware is at ELEVATED (46/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is 2 active NWS alerts incl. Extreme Heat Warning.
Updated Jul 15, 11:25 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
46 /100
ELEVATED
Active threats affecting this area.
- ▸ 2 active NWS alerts incl. Extreme Heat Warning
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Friday Night
- ▸ Hail Point fire 55.4 mi away
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 2 active — Extreme Heat Warning |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Hail Point 55.4 mi · Sprig Island 90.5 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | AQI 60 (Moderate) |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M2.6 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Mid-Atlantic at 81% of 7-day peak · 0% of Delaware customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Delaware |
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