FEMA approves federal disaster declaration for 22 Minnesota counties

The Minnesota governor's office announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved a federal disaster declaration for 22 counties in Minnesota impacted by flooding. 

Harmful algae blooms in Great Lakes could increase this summer, NOAA warns

NOAA is closely monitoring the Great Lakes this summer for potential increases in harmful algae that could have economic impacts and affect ecosystems.

Minnesota weather: Breezy Saturday, beautiful Sunday ahead

After waking up to some beautiful sunshine on Saturday morning, a cold front brings a few extra passing clouds through the area for Saturday afternoon and blows in some noticeably "cooler" temperatures for parts of Minnesota.  

MN weather: Breezy Saturday, beautiful Sunday
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Saturday is starting with beautiful sunshine before a cold front blows through in the afternoon. Meteorologist Keith Marler has the full forecast.

Dam Store demolished from Rapidan Dam riverbank, couldn't be saved

Blue Earth County took possession of the Dam Store building on Friday and removed the structure from the riverbank at the Rapidan Dam. The county also explained why the building couldn't be saved.

First time the Twin Cities has not experienced 90 degrees before July in a decade

Our summer so far has been a little on the cool side. The wet weather has led to soggy backyards, flooding, and frequent cooler days. Although we have had a few hot and muggy days, we are yet to hit 90 degrees.

MN weather: Isolated storms, humid Friday
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It?s a wet start to Friday with widespread rain and thundershowers. The day will be humid, with a high of 77 degrees. While there is some afternoon patchy sunshine, there are chances for isolated storms on Friday.

Flooding taking its toll on Hudson, Wis. riverfront businesses

Businesses in Hudson, Wisconsin, are experiencing an unusually slow start to summer due to a flooded St. Croix riverfront.

Sandbagging to protect Xcel power station from flooding
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Xcel Energy crews add sandbags to protect the Black Dog Power Station from flooding along the Minnesota River.

Stillwater postpones July 4th fireworks due to flooding

Stillwater officials announced that the city's 4th of July celebration will be postponed after recent flooding in Lowell Park.  Downtown Stillwater will be open for business and festivities.

Live updates: Rapidan Dam partial failure latest news

The Rapidan Dam in south central Minnesota suffered a partial failure on Monday, June 24. The white house on the edge of the Blue Earth River has since fallen into the river. And officials say they are now concerned about a nearby bridge after erosion has worsened. Here are the latest updates and videos from the dam site.

Rising water impacts Twin Cities communities
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Flooding is impacting several communities across the Twin Cities, leading to road closures and near record-high water marks.

Rapidan Dam before-and-after 'partial failure' seen on satellite

Satellite images show the before and after view of the Rapidan Dam, which has been a focal point of Minnesota flooding this week after the dam suffered a partial failure. Maxar Technologies captured before photos dated September 6, 2011 and June 26, 2024 after the incident.

Rapidan Dam before and after satellite images
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Credit: Maxar Technologies via Storyful. Satellite imagery shows the Rapidan Dam on south central Minnesota?s Blue Earth River before and after the dam experienced a partial failure.