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May 7, 2008
Flood Warnings Issued
Warm weather on the heels of a record-setting blizzard late last week in western South Dakota has led to threats of flooding as the snow melts.
A flood warning was in effect for the Little Missouri River at Camp Crook in the far northwestern corner of the state. The river was forecast to rise to 15 feet Wednesday and remain above flood stage through Saturday.
May 6, 2008
Storms Moving Through Region
A strong storm system has uprooted trees and knocked out power in the Volin area.
May 5, 2008
Enhanced Fujita Scale Considers Damage
Of the five tornadoes that touched down in northwest Iowa on Thursday, the strongest was an EF 2 near Rock Valley. EF stands for Enhanced Fujita scale. It's a recent upgrade to the Fujita scale, developed by Dr Ted Fujita in 1971. The old scale was based on the amount of damage that the tornado leaves behind, and had nothing to do with the twister's actual size.
We've used Dr Fujita's scale for more than 35 years, and in that time, new buildings have become more solid, making old Fujita scale outdated.
The new enhanced Fujita scale was introduced last fall.
May 1, 2008
Severe Weather Hits KELOLAND
From blizzard conditions in the west to confirmations of tornados in the east, KELOLAND saw a wide variety of weather Thursday.
May 1, 2008
Snow In The Black Hills
Heavy rain mixed with snow is already happening in western KELOLAND. No travel is advised on I-90 west of Rapid City. Heavy snow will be most likely in the Black Hills during the day with gusty northwest winds of 30-60 mph. Rain will expand east through the day, reaching Pierre this afternoon.
Sioux Falls and Aberdeen will see a slower start to the rain, especially the farther east you live.
Showers and thunderstorms will be more likely tonight as the storm wraps up over Nebraska.
April 25, 2008
Rain Turning Into Snow Today
There are several announcements on Closeline.
Areas of rain and freezing rain will be mixing with and changing to snow in eastern KELOLAND, with the biggest threat of snow just north and west of Sioux Falls.
Expect the rain/snow line to move east during the day with snow likely in Sioux Falls by late morning and early afternoon.
April 25, 2008
Spring?
The calendar may show that it is spring, but the weather doesn't seem to agree. Snow continues to fall over much of the eastern part of KELOLAND this afternoon.
April 18, 2008
Earthquakes Rare In Midwest
People had a rude awakening in southern Illinois today. A 5.2 magnitude earthquake was centered in southern Illinois this morning. While it was responsible for damage in Kentucky, no injuries have been reported. People as far away as Des Moines and Milwaukee were able to feel the effects of the quake as floors moved and building creaked.
The shaking for those areas was describe to last about five seconds, but people as far west as Luverne, Minnesota also felt the shake.
April 11, 2008
High Moisture Snow
Despite the strong winds, all that heavy snow still piled up in areas of KELOLAND.
April 11, 2008
Snow Update
While most of the heaviest snow fell Thursday night, many parts of the state will continue to see snow showers and blowing snow over the majority of the day today.
April 11, 2008
Snow Continues
It’s slush in Sioux Falls, but it’s drifts in a band from Mitchell to Milbank. Much of the eastern part of the region is still getting snow.
April 10, 2008
Heavy Snow Falling Across KELOLAND
Heavy snow and strong winds are pushing east and sending cars and trucks into the ditch. And this is just the beginning.
April 10, 2008
Spring Storm Moving Into KELOLAND
A strong spring storm will continue to bring plenty of moisture through KELOLAND.
April 10, 2008
More Winter Weather On The Way
As a winter storm system moves through the area, there are already early closing announcements on Closeline.
April 9, 2008
Winter Storm Expected Thursday, Friday
The forecast is about to get pretty interesting. A winter storm watch has been issued for a large part of KELOLAND for Thursday and Fridday, including Sioux Falls. I expect areas of rain and snow to develop today in the west, with more accumulating snow likely tonight in the west including Rapid City.
April 7, 2008
Spring Doppler Special
Click on the video player below to view the Spring Doppler Special.
March 26, 2008
So This Is Spring?
With more snow on the way, spring hasn't exactly sprung compared to recent warmer years.
After a steady and persistent winter, you patience will likely be tested the next few days. The forecast is more like winter than spring. Not only is there snow, but below normal temperatures will continue in the east.
So far this month, Sioux Falls has averaged about three degrees below normal, with Aberdeen about two degrees below normal.
March 26, 2008
Winter To Make A Return
Winter weather is about to make a return to KELOLAND tonight, with heavy snow becoming likely in parts of the area.
March 25, 2008
Spring Storm May Be On The Way
March is typically the snowiest month of the year in KELOLAND. This March may be no different.
March 21, 2008
Over A Foot Of Snow In Northeast KELOLAND
It's a slippery, snowy start to the day in northeast KELOLAND. Up to a foot of snow has piled up in some locations turning roads into a complete mess.
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