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Twin Ports Tornado: Could It Happen?

Twin Ports Tornado: Could It Happen?

There is a common belief that Lake Superior protects Duluth from tornadoes. And the truth is: tornadoes thrive on heat and the Northland's climate is famous for its cool temperatures. In recorded history, no tornado has ever hit the Twin Ports but could it happen? Meteorologist George Kessler has the answer. Read more »

Northland Prepares for Severe Weather Season

Northland Prepares for Severe Weather Season

We're into the Northland's severe weather season...and to make sure all systems are "go" for alerting the public, the government held a mock drill today across the Midwest as LeAnn Wallace reports. Read more »

Severe Weather Drills Sound Throughout MN

Severe Weather Drills Sound Throughout MN

April is Severe Weather Awareness Month, and as such, cities around Minnesota held a tornado drill Thursday afternoon. At 1:50 PM, sirens around the Northland sounded, reminding residents to heed severe weather watches and warnings. Another volunteer drill will be held Thursday evening at 6:55 PM. Read more »

Weather Radios Give Safety Edge in Storm Season

Weather Radios Give Safety Edge in Storm Season

When tornadoes and severe thunderstorms threaten, a weather radio can be crucial when it comes to seeking shelter in time. But most people don't know much about them. Meteorologists Dave Anderson and Shannon Murphy fill us in. Read more »

Sky Warn Program Trains Severe Weather Spotters

Sky Warn Program Trains Severe Weather Spotters

It's severe weather awareness week and Dave Anderson tells us we can all raise our storm I.Q. with free lessons offered by the National Weather Service. Read more »

Keeping Your Family Safe During Severe Weather

Keeping Your Family Safe During Severe Weather

From thunderstorms to drought to extreme cold, severe weather affects the northland. Meteorologist Shannon Murphy begins our special weather report with a look at how you can keep your family safe during severe weather events. Read more »

Crew On The Range Prepare For Second Storm In A Week

Crew On The Range Prepare For Second Storm In A Week

City crews on the Iron Range have been busy cleaning up more than two feet of snow from last weekend's storm. Now they're preparing for another foot of snow over the next few days. Chris Buckley has the latest. Read more »

Duluth Crews Prep For Winter Blast

Duluth Crews Prep For Winter Blast

Preparations for this big blizzard are well under way throughout the area. From police to fire to public works, crews spent Thursday getting ready for what's expected to be a whopper of a storm. Dan Hanger reports, part of the preparations involve you. Read more »

Riding Out The Storm

Riding Out The Storm

The last two snowstorms in our region pounded Wisconsin first and then the Iron Range. This latest storm is tracking in the direction of the Twin Ports. Meteorologist Dave Anderson offers tips to ride out the next couple of days. Read more »

Snow Plow Crews Prepare For Blizzard

Snow Plow Crews Prepare For Blizzard

With Strong gusty winds, over a foot of snow and freezing temperatures forecasted, area snow plow drivers may be in for a couple of late nights. Trevor Roy was at MNDOT Wednesday to see how they are preparing for this possible blizzard. Read more »

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