Essex County, MA — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 02:45 PM ET, Essex County, Massachusetts is at NORMAL (17/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Thunderstorms expected Tuesday.
Updated Aug 29, 02:45 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
17 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Tuesday
- ▸ Waquit Bay fire 75.8 mi away
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Waquit Bay 75.8 mi · Glenneagle Drive 77.6 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3.1 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | New England at 53.3% of 7-day peak · 0% of Massachusetts customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Massachusetts |
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