Weather and Climate News

There were 38 eyewitness-reported tornadoes in Florida: Why did Milton cause so many?
“We ended up with 126 tornado warnings” in Florida, Matthew Elliott, the warning coordination meteorologist at the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center, told NPR.
Fall colors update; temperatures change dramatically into Friday
We have one more warm day ahead before several cold fronts bring temperatures back to seasonal and below-seasonal levels. Meanwhile, fall colors in the northland are expected to reach their peak this weekend.
Last 80-degree day potentially of 2024. Much cooler this weekend
Enjoy what’s likely to be the last 80-degree day of the 2024 season. Two cold fronts will drop temperatures by Sunday to the coldest readings since April. Light rain is also possible. 
Milton knocks out power to millions and spawns 150 tornadoes across Florida. At least 4 dead
Hurricane Milton is barreling into the Atlantic Ocean after plowing across Florida. The storm knocked out power to more than 3 million customers and whipped up a barrage of tornadoes.
Facing Hurricane Milton: Floridians and Minnesotans share stories of escape and resilience
As Hurricane Milton targets Florida, Minnesotans step up with relief efforts while others face the challenges of evacuation and honestly assessing home safety.