Weather and Climate News

Multiple strong tornadoes possible through Tuesday evening
A tornado watch is in effect for most of southeastern Minnesota and includes the southern Twin Cities counties of Carver, Scott and Dakota. The watch is designated as a “particularly dangerous situation.” That means the threat of violent EF2 to EF5 long-track tornadoes exists.
Strong to severe storms Tuesday; southern Minnesota tornado watch
Waves of scattered showers and thunderstorms will lead to significant rainfall and severe weather potential later in the day Tuesday. A tornado watch is up for much of southern Minnesota. Officials describe the conditions as a "particularly dangerous situation."
Severe storms risk and flood watches Tuesday
An unseasonably deep low-pressure storm is heading for Minnesota. Multiple waves of rain and thunderstorms will sweep across Minnesota from late Monday night through Tuesday.
Water safety and air quality awareness as we near the start of summer
Drowning death rates increased nationally during the course of the pandemic, according to a new study. Another seasonal risk as we head into summer: bad air quality. On Monday, air pollution in the Twin Cities was the worst it’s been since last June.
Spring rain eases drought as planting commences, warm weekend ahead
Climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley spoke about rainfall chances, a warm weekend and the dangers of slipping back into drought conditions with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer in their weekly weather chat.