South Dakota’s state climatologist says changing weather patterns are increasing the likelihood of extreme weather events across the region. Laura Edwards, with South Dakota State University Extension, explains that rising temperatures allow the atmosphere to hold more moisture, leading to heavier rainfall and stronger winds.
Canadian wildfire smoke drifted into South Dakota over the weekend, prompting an air quality alert from the Department of Health and Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
The National Weather Service has confirmed that multiple tornadoes touched down during last Monday’s severe storms. An EF-1 tornado near Dixon damaged buildings and power poles, while a more intense EF-2 tornado near Bonesteel destroyed a home and several outbuildings.
Mitchell, South Dakota, faced strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding Tuesday night as a severe storm moved through the region. Crews and law enforcement assessed storm damage, while Northwestern Energy addressed downed power lines.
Wildfire smoke from Canada has triggered a statewide air quality alert in South Dakota, with health and agriculture officials warning of low visibility and elevated pollution levels. The alert began Saturday and may continue through the week, depending on conditions.
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The South Dakota Drought Monitor, updated weekly, shows parts of 14 counties […]
Recent steady rainfall has boosted river levels across South Dakota, with the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls rising about a foot since last month. Many rivers and streams statewide have returned to normal or above-normal flows.
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The recent weather is causing some delays as area cemeteries prepare for […]
The City of Mitchell would like to remind the citizens to check their sump […]
Congressman Dusty Johnson is raising concerns about federal budget cuts to the National Weather Service, warning that reduced funding could jeopardize South Dakota’s ability to prepare for tornadoes, wildfires, and other severe weather events. In an interview with KELO Land News, Johnson emphasized the critical role of NOAA’s forecasting tools—like weather balloons—which have already been scaled back due to funding shortfalls.