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Weather and Climate News

A landslide linked to climate change ‘rang’ the Earth for 9 days, researchers say

A landslide linked to climate change ‘rang’ the Earth for 9 days, researchers say

The scale of the geological event is like something from prehistoric times, with a tsunami 200 meters — 656 feet — in height. But it happened last year. Researchers warn that similar events may reoccur.
by Bill Chappell

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2 wildfires burn in Superior National Forest, closing some BWCA portages and campsites

2 wildfires burn in Superior National Forest, closing some BWCA portages and campsites

After an extremely wet summer, Minnesota is trending drier. The U.S. Forest Service has closed 19 campsites and several portages in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
by Gracie Stockton and Clay Masters

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On Friday the 13th, here are 2 myths and 2 truths about the weather

On Friday the 13th, here are 2 myths and 2 truths about the weather

Most weather-related myths are based on long-standing observations and folklore rather than scientific rigor. However, some are grounded in valid atmospheric phenomena. Here are four surprising but common beliefs about the weather, including two that ring true.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Warm, breezy Friday with spotty showers Saturday

Warm, breezy Friday with spotty showers Saturday

Look for another very warm day Friday. Moisture coming in from the west and south will converge to produce some spotty showers late Friday night and Saturday. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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The Grand Canyon is experiencing one of its deadliest stretches in years

The Grand Canyon is experiencing one of its deadliest stretches in years

At least 16 people have died at the park this year, including five fatalities in August alone. No single factor is to blame, but several deaths have followed stretches of extreme weather.
by Alana Wise

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Weekend looks good for Minnesota fall color hunting

Weekend looks good for Minnesota fall color hunting

A continued stretch of above average temperatures and sunshine will make for a pleasant trip to start viewing the changing colors.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Continued warmth with sunshine Thursday and Friday

Continued warmth with sunshine Thursday and Friday

It’s more of the same with sunshine and above-normal temperatures in the coming days. Some spotty showers will be possible Saturday, otherwise it’s mostly warm and dry into next week. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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