Polk County, WI — Threat Level Today
As of Aug 29, 02:44 PM ET, Polk County, Wisconsin is at WATCH (35/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Thunderstorms expected Sunday Night.
Updated Aug 29, 02:44 PM ET · 14 federal data sources
35 /100
WATCH
Conditions worth monitoring.
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Sunday Night
- ▸ Brunswick fire 37.9 mi away
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Brunswick 37.9 mi · Pit 47.2 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | None M2.5+ in region |
| POWER GRID | Midwest at 77.7% of 7-day peak · 0% of Wisconsin customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Wisconsin |
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