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Weather and Climate News

Red flag warning in effect: Hot, dry, and windy conditions

Red flag warning in effect: Hot, dry, and windy conditions

Unseasonably warm temperatures continue to grip the region, with highs soaring into the 80s and 90s—more typical of June than early May. The heat, combined with low humidity and strong southerly winds, has prompted red flag warnings across much of the state.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Mother nature delivers record warmth for Mother's Day

Mother nature delivers record warmth for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is shaping up to be a scorcher, with summer-like heat surging across Minnesota. Temperatures are expected to climb into the 80s and 90s, potentially breaking long-standing records in several cities. Alongside the heat, low humidity and strong southerly winds will create critical fire weather conditions, prompting red flag warnings across most of the state.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Slightly unusual 'atmospheric river' event to hit Southeast U.S.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says an "atmospheric river" event is set to hit Florida and other parts of the Southeast. The weather event typically occurs in the West.
by Jordan-Marie Smith

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Red flag warning issued for the state; record warmth for Sunday

Red flag warning issued for the state; record warmth for Sunday

Red flag warnings blanket nearly the entire state on Mother’s Day, with critical fire weather conditions expected to persist through Tuesday. Temperatures will soar into the 80s and 90s, with record highs possible in several locations.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Brief cooldown Saturday before record heat Sunday

Brief cooldown Saturday before record heat Sunday

A slight dip in temperatures Saturday before a summer-like heat wave arrives Sunday. Record setting temperatures are possible on Sunday. The combination of heat, low humidity, and gusty winds will also heighten the risk of critical fire weather across the region.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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The heat is on: Very warm temps, fire weather watch this weekend

The heat is on: Very warm temps, fire weather watch this weekend

Unseasonably warm temperatures are forecast across the region this weekend with highs climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s. The combination of dry conditions, low humidity and gusty winds has prompted a fire weather watch.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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July-like days ahead with little to no rain

July-like days ahead with little to no rain

Get ready for more summerlike warmth Friday into next week. Just isolated showers or a thunderstorm are possible late Friday with a weak front. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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