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Weather and Climate News

A group of young people are suing the state of Montana for their energy policy

A group of young people are suing the state of Montana for their energy policy

A “constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment”. That’s why 16 young people between ages 5 and 22 are suing the state of Montana seeking a transition to a less carbon-intensive energy policy.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Drought deepens in Minnesota

Drought deepens in Minnesota

Drought conditions continue to expand across Minnesota, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor Update, released Thursday morning. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer speaks with Assistant State Climatologist Pete Boulay.
by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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Hot, reduced air quality south; thunder possible north and west

Hot, reduced air quality south; thunder possible north and west

Southern Minnesota will see more 90s Thursday and even Friday while northern and western Minnesota see the chance of showers and thunderstorms. Air quality will remain poor southeast. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Expanding drought conditions stressing crops in parts of Minnesota

Expanding drought conditions stressing crops in parts of Minnesota

Drought has been a recurring foe for Minnesota farmers over the past few years. But this growing season, the problem has started abnormally early in parts of the state.
by Olivia Stevens

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Air quality alert continues through Thursday

Air quality alert continues through Thursday

Rain chances will increase as we approach the weekend.
by Paul Huttner

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5 things to know about Minnesota's air quality alert

5 things to know about Minnesota's air quality alert

Ground level ozone levels are much higher than usual. It’s a byproduct of pollutants and can make air quality unhealthy for sensitive groups.
by Peter Cox

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