Meade County, SD — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 02:42 PM ET, Meade County, South Dakota is at NORMAL (17/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Thunderstorms expected This Afternoon.
Updated Aug 29, 02:42 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
17 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected This Afternoon
- ▸ XU Hill fire 62.5 mi away (1,297 acres, 100% contained)
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | XU Hill 62.5 mi · Prairie Win 78.1 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3.3 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Central at 82.2% of 7-day peak · 0% of South Dakota customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in South Dakota |
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