Buffalo County, SD — Threat Level Today
As of Oct 14, 05:04 AM ET, Buffalo County, South Dakota is at NORMAL (9/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is FB64 fire 96.7 mi away.
Updated Oct 14, 05:04 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
9 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ FB64 fire 96.7 mi away
- ▸ 1 active NWS alert
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 1 active — Frost Advisory |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | FB64 96.7 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Central at 70.2% of 7-day peak · 0% of South Dakota customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in South Dakota |
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