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.
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.
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.
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
Saturday is starting with beautiful sunshine before a cold front blows through in the afternoon. Meteorologist Keith Marler has the full forecast.
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.
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.
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.
Valleyfair postpones 4th of July fireworks due to flooding
Valleyfair announced it's postponing the Fourth of July fireworks due to ongoing flooding in the park.
Valleyfair announced it's postponing the Fourth of July fireworks due to ongoing flooding in the park.
Minnesota flooding update: St. Paul, Twin Cities metro impacts
FOX 9's Bill Keller shares details on flooding in the Twin Cities. Here's the latest as of Friday, June 28.
FOX 9's Bill Keller shares details on flooding in the Twin Cities. Here's the latest as of Friday, June 28.
Minnesota weather: Patchy sun, isolated storms, and humid Friday
It's a wet start to the morning, and there could be isolated storms, along with patchy sunshine for your Friday.
It's a wet start to the morning, and there could be isolated storms, along with patchy sunshine for your Friday.
MN weather: Isolated storms, humid Friday
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.
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.
Businesses in Hudson, Wisconsin, are experiencing an unusually slow start to summer due to a flooded St. Croix riverfront.
Sandbagging to protect Black Dog Power Station from Minnesota River flooding
Xcel Energy crews were sandbagging at the Black Dog Power Station in Burnsville as a precaution as the Minnesota River rises.
Xcel Energy crews were sandbagging at the Black Dog Power Station in Burnsville as a precaution as the Minnesota River rises.
Sandbagging to protect Xcel power station from flooding
Xcel Energy crews add sandbags to protect the Black Dog Power Station from flooding along the Minnesota River.
Xcel Energy crews add sandbags to protect the Black Dog Power Station from flooding along the Minnesota River.
Flooded moment of peace and nature at Old Cedar Ave bridge
Flooding at the Old Cedar Ave bridge in Bloomington, Minnesota with sounds of nature.
Flooding at the Old Cedar Ave bridge in Bloomington, Minnesota with sounds of nature.
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.
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.
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
Flooding is impacting several communities across the Twin Cities, leading to road closures and near record-high water marks.
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.
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
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.
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.
Minnesota weather: Mild Thursday with pocket showers late
A quiet day is in store for Thursday before pocket showers arrive late and into the overnight hours.
A quiet day is in store for Thursday before pocket showers arrive late and into the overnight hours.



















