Polk County, WI — Threat Level Today
As of Jul 15, 10:29 AM ET, Polk County, Wisconsin is at WATCH (40/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is 2 active NWS alerts incl. Extreme Heat Warning.
Updated Jul 15, 10:29 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
40 /100
WATCH
Conditions worth monitoring.
- ▸ 2 active NWS alerts incl. Extreme Heat Warning
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Friday Night
- ▸ Sandy Point fire 68.7 mi away
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 2 active — Extreme Heat Warning |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Sandy Point 68.7 mi · Scrub Oak 83.1 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M2.9 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Midwest at 72.4% of 7-day peak · 0% of Wisconsin customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Wisconsin |
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