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Weather and Climate News

Minnesota flooding: Rapidan Dam near Mankato holds, roads and state parks closed

Minnesota flooding: Rapidan Dam near Mankato holds, roads and state parks closed

Authorities in Blue Earth County continue to monitor the imperiled Rapidan Dam on Tuesday after the rain-swollen Blue Earth River carved a new channel around the structure.
by Ellie Roth, Andrew Krueger, Anna Haecherl, Mark Zdechlik and Matt Sepic

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Severe thunderstorm watch for Twin Cities region into early Tuesday

Severe thunderstorm watch for Twin Cities region into early Tuesday

An enhanced risk for severe weather is forecast for east-central and southeastern Minnesota into western Wisconsin Monday evening and overnight. Storms could produce damaging wind gusts. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Flooding pushes Blue Earth County dam to ‘imminent failure condition’

Flooding pushes Blue Earth County dam to ‘imminent failure condition’

The county says the rain-swollen Blue Earth River has cut around the west side of the dam and there are concerns about debris in the river. Authorities are notifying residents downstream of the dam.
by Hannah Yang and Anna Haecherl

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St. Paul closes roads, parks near Mississippi River to prepare for flooding

St. Paul closes roads, parks near Mississippi River to prepare for flooding

Roads and park facilities around St. Paul are closed in anticipation of rising waters on the Mississippi River. The river is currently expected to crest late Friday or early Saturday.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Matt Mikus

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Flooded Minnesota communities begin transition from fight to recovery

Flooded Minnesota communities begin transition from fight to recovery

Communities around Minnesota continue to clean up after floods hit towns across the state. The Minnesota National Guard deployed 44 soldiers to Waterville, where they’ll help staff pump stations in the hard-hit community.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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