LUCIEN, OK — A magnitude 2.8 earthquake was recorded early Saturday morning northwest of Lucien, Oklahoma, sending light tremors across parts of northern Oklahoma and southern Kansas. Shallow Quake Felt Near I-35 Corridor According to the Oklahoma Geological Survey, the quake struck around 6:30 a.m. local time (11:30 UTC) at a shallow depth of 1.3…
CHEYENNE, WY — Residents along the Nebraska–Wyoming border should prepare for strong thunderstorms, heavy rain, and gusty winds Saturday afternoon as a fast-moving weather system crosses the region. Peak Storm Period: 2 PM To 7 PM Saturday According to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, the most active storm period will occur between 2 p.m….
OMAHA, NE — The start of October is bringing summer-like heat to eastern Nebraska, with forecasters warning that record highs could be reached this weekend before a major cooldown early next week. Record Heat Possible Saturday Meteorologists at KETV Omaha’s Weather Leader are forecasting highs in the low to mid-90s on Saturday, with the best…
WILLISTON, ND — A Friday evening kitchen fire in Williston was quickly contained by firefighters, preventing serious damage and injuries. The Williston Fire Department (WFD) credited fast response times and safety awareness for limiting the impact of the blaze. Fire Contained To Kitchen Oven Crews were dispatched around 5:10 p.m. to the 1600 block of…
RAPID CITY, SD — A powerful fall storm system is set to shake up the weekend weather across South Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana, bringing severe storms, strong winds, and even early-season snow in higher elevations. Storms Arrive Saturday As Temperatures Drop After a stretch of unseasonably warm weather, a cold front moving through the region…
RAPID CITY, SD — A red flag warning was issued across much of western South Dakota on Friday as record-breaking heat and strong winds pushed wildfire danger to critical levels. Officials say the warning is a reminder that fire season isn’t over yet — even in early October. Record Heat Fuels Fire Risk Rapid City…
KANSAS CITY, MO — Residents can expect summer-like warmth through the weekend before a cold front brings showers and cooler conditions to Kansas City early next week. The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill says highs will remain 10 to 15 degrees above normal through Sunday before rain chances arrive. Warm Weekend Ahead Friday and…
HASTINGS, NE — After a stretch of warm fall sunshine, central Nebraska will face gusty winds and renewed thunderstorm chances this weekend into early next week. Forecasters warn that strong south winds could make travel difficult Saturday, with storm activity expected Monday through Tuesday morning. Gusty Winds Saturday The National Weather Service in Hastings says…
GRAND FORKS, ND — A stretch of warm fall weather in North Dakota is set to end this weekend as thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and wind gusts up to 40 mph move into the region. Forecasters say the system could bring power outages, difficult travel, and a sharp temperature drop by Sunday. Storms Expected Saturday Night…
SIOUX FALLS, SD — Unseasonably hot and windy conditions are raising fire danger across South Dakota this weekend, with forecasters warning of gusts up to 40 mph and highs climbing into the 90s. The National Weather Service Sioux Falls office says the combination of dry grasses, harvest activity, and strong winds will create elevated fire…