Polk County, FL — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 01:29 PM ET, Polk County, Florida is at ELEVATED (45/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is SAND MINE (53) fire 20.7 mi away (185 acres, 100% contained).
Updated Aug 29, 01:29 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
45 /100
ELEVATED
Active threats affecting this area.
- ▸ SAND MINE (53) fire 20.7 mi away (185 acres, 100% contained)
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected This Afternoon
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | SAND MINE (53) 20.7 mi · Tower 47.6 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | None M2.5+ in region |
| POWER GRID | Florida at 79.3% of 7-day peak · 0% of Florida customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Florida |
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