Wilkes County, NC — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 02:45 PM ET, Wilkes County, North Carolina is at NORMAL (7/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Thunderstorms expected Thursday.
Updated Aug 29, 02:45 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
7 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Thursday
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | None within 100 miles |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M2.6 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Carolinas at 77.4% of 7-day peak · 0% of North Carolina customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in North Carolina |
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