Butte County, SD — Threat Level Today
As of Jul 15, 10:27 AM ET, Butte County, South Dakota is at ELEVATED (47/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Thunderstorms expected Thursday.
Updated Jul 15, 10:27 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
47 /100
ELEVATED
Active threats affecting this area.
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Thursday
- ▸ Lost Canyon fire 37.5 mi away
- ▸ 1 active NWS alert
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 1 active — Heat Advisory |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Lost Canyon 37.5 mi · Pass 65 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3.5 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Central at 70.1% of 7-day peak · 0.2% of South Dakota customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in South Dakota |
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