DROUGHT CONDITIONS

Jun 22 2025WEATHER

Storms to Follow the Heat Wave

The eastern two-thirds of the U. S. are bracing for a scorching heat wave that will last into late June. This intense heat will not only break temperature records but also trigger severe thunderstorms along its edges. The storms will be most active in the Plains and Upper Midwest, but they might also affect parts of the Northeast, creating what meteorologists call a ...

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Apr 01 2025WEATHER

Fierce Winds Fuel California's Latest Wildfire Crisis

In the vast, dry expanse of eastern California, a wildfire known as the Silver Fire has been causing significant trouble. The blaze started on a Sunday afternoon along Route 6 in Inyo County. This area is about 5 miles northeast of Bishop, in the Owens Valley. By the next morning, the fire had already consumed nearly 2 square miles of dry brush. The situation was mad...

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Mar 18 2025WEATHER

March's Warmth: Rain, Sunshine, and Melting Snow

March has been unusually warm this year. It is over halfway through and temperatures in Boston are already more than 4. 5 degrees above the average for the month. This warmth brought rain to southern New England on Monday. Logan Airport received about 1. 75 inches of rain. Meanwhile, a band of heavy rain dumped 2 to 3 inches over much of Rhode Island and southeastern...

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Feb 15 2025WEATHER

Southern California's Big Storm: A Flood of Rain and Mud

Southern California is still feeling the effects of a powerful storm system that swept through the region. The storm has left behind a trail of rain and mud, with some areas receiving several inches of rain. The heaviest of the rain has moved out of the region, but the remnants of the storm will linger into Friday. The storm brought record-breaking rainfall to d...

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Nov 19 2024WEATHER

Rainy Relief Arrives in St. Cloud

St. Cloud residents woke up to some much-needed rain on Monday evening. The National Weather Service reported that the city broke a rainfall record with a total of 1. 13 inches at the St. Cloud Regional Airport by midnight. This wasn't the end of it, as more rain continued to fall after midnight. The old record for the date was set in 2015 at 0. 98 inches. So far th...

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Oct 30 2024WEATHER

Weather's Halloween Trick or Treat

Imagine this: a scary Halloween twist with not just ghosts and goblins, but also severe weather. A cold front is heading towards the central and southern Plains this week. It's bringing a mix-up, clashing with warmer air to create thunderstorms. The biggest worry is on Wednesday, with storms marching east and hitting the Northeast by Halloween night. Weather experts ...

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Oct 21 2024WEATHER

Weather Bliss: Enjoy Sunny Days and Mild Nights

Let's talk weather! The next week is shaping up to be pretty fantastic. We're looking at mornings that feel just right for the season, warm afternoons, and not a single drop of rain in sight. So, what's the plan for today and tonight? Get ready for a sunny day with temperatures hovering in the low to mid 80s. It might be a tad warmer than usual, but don't worry, the...

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Oct 17 2024WEATHER

Windy Wednesday: Stay Safe, Enjoy the Cool!

Wednesday is set to be a cool and breezy day in South Louisiana, thanks to a cold front moving through. The northeast winds are expected to blow at speeds between 15 to 25 mph, bringing in a chilly air mass. So, bundle up! Temperatures will dip to around 53°F in the Capital City and even lower in parishes near the state line. The highs will only reach the low 70s, so...

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Duluth's September Heatwave: What's Going On?

Ever felt like summer just doesn't want to end? That's exactly what's happening in Duluth this September. Temperatures are still soaring, and we're not talking about average summer heat either. We've been enjoying temperatures that are a whopping fifteen degrees above the usual! You might be thinking, "That's nice for now, but what about later?" Well, let's talk abo...

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