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Spring Flood Threat Increasing Across Northland With Heavy Snow
Spring Flood Threat Increasing Across Northland With Heavy Snow
Spring Flood Threat Increasing Across Northland With Heavy Snow
Predicting spring flooding is as much an art as it is a science. Snow cover is higher than average, with 5-8" of liquid water trapped in all that snow. If we see heavy rain and rapid warming in March and April we may see significant river and stream flooding later this spring. If you've had flooding issues in the past you should stay alert and up to date with the latest NWS flood outlook
Super Pig Alert - Canadian Invasion May Spread South Into US
Super Pig Alert - Canadian Invasion May Spread South Into US
Super Pig Alert - Canadian Invasion May Spread South Into US
Canada is grappling with a new breed of wild pig, a cross between feral hogs and domestic pigs that can run over 600 pounds. There are predictions these super-pigs will migrate into the northern tier of the U.S. soon, with a long list of implications for crops, health and safety.
Insane Amounts of Snow Predicted for Parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin This Week
Insane Amounts of Snow Predicted for Parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin This Week
Insane Amounts of Snow Predicted for Parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin This Week
Residents of Minnesota and Wisconsin are used to snow falling in the winter. It's no big deal. But this won't be an ordinary storm set-up. Cold temperatures and a long-duration snowfall may spark near blizzard conditions by Thursday, and a big swath of the region may pick up 1-2 FEET of snow by Friday morning. Expect major travel disruptions as the week goes on.

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