Custer County, SD — Threat Level Today
As of Jul 15, 10:26 AM ET, Custer County, South Dakota is at ELEVATED (49/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Pass fire 12.2 mi away.
Updated Jul 15, 10:26 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
49 /100
ELEVATED
Active threats affecting this area.
- ▸ Pass fire 12.2 mi away
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Thursday
- ▸ 0.2% of SD customers without power
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Pass 12.2 mi · Lost Canyon 45 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | AQI 54 (Moderate) |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3.8 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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