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Much of Minnesota moving rapidly toward drought

Much of Minnesota moving rapidly toward drought

Minnesota is trending dry again. And if current and forecast trends continue, much of the state will likely move into drought conditions in the next few weeks.
by Paul Huttner

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Air quality alert remains through at least 6 p.m. Tuesday; shower possible

Air quality alert remains through at least 6 p.m. Tuesday; shower possible

Smoke remains present in the skies Tuesday, creating air quality concerns. We’ll have more spotty showers and thunder possible Tuesday ahead of cooler, drier air moving in for Wednesday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Air quality alert extended until 6 p.m. Tuesday

Air quality alert extended until 6 p.m. Tuesday

Wildfire smoke and ground-level ozone continue in Minnesota. Air quality Monday afternoon has reached the red (unhealthy) level across parts of eastern Minnesota and much of Wisconsin.
by Paul Huttner

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Air quality alert, scattered thunderstorms Monday, Tuesday; cooler midweek

Air quality alert, scattered thunderstorms Monday, Tuesday; cooler midweek

Monday will again be hot, humid and hazy with smoky skies. An air quality alert is posted for some areas through midnight. Look for scattered thunderstorms on Monday and Tuesday with cooler and drier air moving in for mid to late week.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Air quality alert early Monday; scattered showers and thunder possible

Air quality alert early Monday; scattered showers and thunder possible

An air quality alert is in effect through 9 a.m. for portions of east-central and southeastern Minnesota. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible Monday and Tuesday before cooler air moves in.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Air quality alert continues into Monday morning; Chance of showers & thunderstorms

Air quality alert continues into Monday morning; Chance of showers & thunderstorms

An air quality alert continues into Monday morning in the Twin Cities metro area plus additional portions of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We have alert details, plus a look at rain chances and temperatures for the next few days.
by Ron Trenda

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