Hurricane Melissa strengthens to Category 5
Hurricane Melissa strengthened into a Category 5 storm Monday as it churned toward Jamaica with winds topping 160 mph and rainfall totals that could exceed 30 inches.
Hurricane Melissa strengthened into a Category 5 storm Monday as it churned toward Jamaica with winds topping 160 mph and rainfall totals that could exceed 30 inches.
Wild winter weather ahead? Ian Leonard breaks down NOAA?s forecast
The first flakes have fallen in Minnesota, and NOAA?s outlook points to a colder, snowier season ahead. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard explains what a La Ni?a winter could mean for the Upper Midwest ? and why this year?s setup might finally deliver on the forecast.
The first flakes have fallen in Minnesota, and NOAA?s outlook points to a colder, snowier season ahead. FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard explains what a La Ni?a winter could mean for the Upper Midwest ? and why this year?s setup might finally deliver on the forecast.
Here's what the arrival of La Niña means for your winter weather
La Niña has returned for a second consecutive go-around this autumn and winter, and it could have a noticeable influence on seasonal weather patterns.
La Niña has returned for a second consecutive go-around this autumn and winter, and it could have a noticeable influence on seasonal weather patterns.
Deadly North Dakota tornado upgraded to EF5
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down how the research led to the upgrade.
A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down how the research led to the upgrade.
Here’s when to expect the first freeze of the season
The first freeze of the season may not be far away for many areas of the U.S.
The first freeze of the season may not be far away for many areas of the U.S.
Snow plow driver test course at State Fair
Snow plow drivers in training had their skills tested at an obstacle course at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
Snow plow drivers in training had their skills tested at an obstacle course at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
Flash flooding in Baxter, Minnesota
Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Baxter, Minnesota, on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. Here is video sent to FOX 9 from Tina Becker.
Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Baxter, Minnesota, on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. Here is video sent to FOX 9 from Tina Becker.
Severe thunderstorm warnings in northern MN: 11:45 a.m. update
Severe thunderstorms are pushing through northern Minnesota on Friday afternoon, which is prompted severe thunderstorm warnings and a flash food warning in the Brainerd Lakes area.
Severe thunderstorms are pushing through northern Minnesota on Friday afternoon, which is prompted severe thunderstorm warnings and a flash food warning in the Brainerd Lakes area.
Brisk morning turns to beautiful Sunday
A brisk Sunday morning will give way to plenty of sunshine for a beautiful Sunday before a warmup in the week ahead.
A brisk Sunday morning will give way to plenty of sunshine for a beautiful Sunday before a warmup in the week ahead.
MN weather: Widespread heavy rain in the metro - 7:20 a.m. update
FOX 9's Keith Marler gives the latest on storms pushing through the Twin Cities Saturday morning, which are bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
FOX 9's Keith Marler gives the latest on storms pushing through the Twin Cities Saturday morning, which are bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
MN weather: Heavy rain, gusty winds - 7 a.m. update
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares the latest on the storms pushing through Minnesota Saturday morning.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares the latest on the storms pushing through Minnesota Saturday morning.
MN weather: Storms in Twin Cities - 6:40 a.m. update
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on storms that are pushing through the Twin Cities Saturday morning, which include heavy rain and strong winds.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on storms that are pushing through the Twin Cities Saturday morning, which include heavy rain and strong winds.
MnDOT: Solar fence controls drifting snow, generates power to melt snow
Typically, you see solar panels on a roof, but new technology is being studied to build a fence made of solar panels.
Typically, you see solar panels on a roof, but new technology is being studied to build a fence made of solar panels.
Winter 2025–2026: What to know about the 'chill, snow, repeat' forecast
The Farmers’ Almanac has released its 2025–2026 winter forecast, predicting a season of dramatic weather across the U.S.
The Farmers’ Almanac has released its 2025–2026 winter forecast, predicting a season of dramatic weather across the U.S.
Minnesota weather: Storms blow through Twin Cities - 5:50 a.m. update
FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest on storms that rolled through the Twin Cities overnight.
FOX 9 meteorologist Keith Marler has the latest on storms that rolled through the Twin Cities overnight.
MN weather: Heavy rain, frequent lightning in Twin Cities - 4:35 a.m. update
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on the storms pushing through the Twin Cities metro early Saturday. The severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 6 a.m.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on the storms pushing through the Twin Cities metro early Saturday. The severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 6 a.m.
MN weather: Storms pushing into Twin Cities - 3:50 a.m. update
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on the severe weather, as storms push into the Twin Cities early Saturday morning.
FOX 9's Keith Marler shares an update on the severe weather, as storms push into the Twin Cities early Saturday morning.
MN weather: Storms NW of Twin Cities - 2:35 a.m. update
FOX 9's Cody Matz shares the latest on severe storms that are northwest of the Twin Cities metro and could push into the Twin Cities over the next couple of hours.
FOX 9's Cody Matz shares the latest on severe storms that are northwest of the Twin Cities metro and could push into the Twin Cities over the next couple of hours.
MN weather: Severe thunderstorm warnings issued - 1:50 a.m. update
FOX 9's Cody Matz shares an update on severe storms pushing through Minnesota, sparking severe thunderstorm warnings in the Elk River area, as well as Crosslake area, early Saturday morning.
FOX 9's Cody Matz shares an update on severe storms pushing through Minnesota, sparking severe thunderstorm warnings in the Elk River area, as well as Crosslake area, early Saturday morning.
5 tornadoes reported in Carver County
Five Doppler-confirmed tornadoes were reported in Carver County early Sunday morning, including Victoria, two around Waconia, one near Cologne and one in St. Bonifacius. Meanwhile, two tornadoes were observed about two hours apart near Canby, in far western Minnesota on Saturday evening. The National Weather Service will assess damage from the storms to officially confirm how many tornadoes there were Saturday night and Sunday morning.
Five Doppler-confirmed tornadoes were reported in Carver County early Sunday morning, including Victoria, two around Waconia, one near Cologne and one in St. Bonifacius. Meanwhile, two tornadoes were observed about two hours apart near Canby, in far western Minnesota on Saturday evening. The National Weather Service will assess damage from the storms to officially confirm how many tornadoes there were Saturday night and Sunday morning.