Weather and Climate News

September 21, 2019 7:30 AM

Heavy rain causes flash flooding in NW Minnesota, eastern North Dakota

Torrential rain caused flash flooding early Saturday across parts of northwestern Minnesota and eastern North Dakota, including the Grand Forks area where high water forced the closure of Interstate 29.

by Andrew Krueger

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September 20, 2019 4:50 PM

September summer fades this weekend; massive climate strike turnout

The string of 80-degree days ends this weekend.

by Paul Huttner

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September 20, 2019 10:19 AM

Warm, wet weather continues in Minnesota

More than 100 climate stations have reported daytime highs above 80°F this week, and in western Minnesota, several places saw temperatures of 90° or higher. Normal rainfall for September typically ranges from 2.25 inches to 3.50 inches around the state, and so far, more than 40 Minnesota climate stations have reported 6 inches or more of rainfall this month.

by Cathy Wurzer

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September 20, 2019 8:45 AM

A summery Friday, with a shower or thunderstorm possible

It’ll feel more like July than September Friday afternoon. Unusually warm temperatures and dew points creeping above 70 degrees will be accompanied by a chance of a shower or thunderstorm. Our Saturday will be wet at times, but Sunday is looking better. Fall-color aficionados will be happy with the latest fall color report.

by Ron Trenda

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September 20, 2019 5:57 AM

2 dead as Imelda strands drivers, floods homes in Texas

The slow-churning remnants of Tropical Storm Imelda flooded parts of Texas on Thursday, leaving at least two people dead and rescue crews with boats scrambling to reach stranded drivers and families trapped in their homes during a relentless downpour that drew comparisons to Hurricane Harvey two years ago.

by The Associated Press

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September 19, 2019 6:00 PM

Minnesota's second summer; near 'Harvey-level' flood event in Texas

Fifth straight day of 80-degree temperatures. September running warmer than average for Minnesota.

by Paul Huttner

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September 19, 2019 8:38 AM

A summery Thursday; fall colors are popping in northern Minnesota

Our stretch of summery weather continues today and tomorrow. Some of us will see a shower or thunderstorm on Friday. Take a look at the new fall color report; fall colors are really starting to pop in parts of northern and central Minnesota.

by Ron Trenda