Meteorologist Mandy Thalhuber

Hurricane Melissa roars into history: Category 5 monster targets Jamaica Hurricane Melissa has exploded into a Category 5 powerhouse, churning toward Jamaica with record-breaking intensity and the potential to cause catastrophic destruction across the Caribbean.

Pray for Jamaica 🙏🌀 Hurricane Melissa is a devastating Category 5 storm.

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#Melissa is now a Category 5 Major Hurricane with 160 mph winds.

Sobering imagery from satellite this morning. Stay safe, #Jamaica 🇯🇲🙏

La Niña returns: What it could mean for Minnesota’s winter The Climate Prediction Center has officially issued a La Niña advisory, signaling that cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures have returned to the eastern Pacific.

La Niña conditions return to the eastern Pacific — what kind of winter can we expect? ❄️

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Fall-like chill settles in for the weekend; blustery northwest winds Unseasonably cool air settles in this weekend from Canada, sending temperatures 10–15 degrees below normal. Blustery northwest winds at 5–15 mph will add a noticeable chill.

🍂A taste of fall settles in with seasonably cool temperatures running about 10 degrees below average, and refreshing dew points holding in the 50s.

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Derecho, strong storms, high winds forecast for Minnesota A derecho is possible across central and southern Minnesota late Monday into Monday night, bringing a significant wind threat. Wind gusts over 75 mph are possible, along with heavy rain and embedded t...

Dangerous derechos possible across portions of Minnesota today! Here is our latest Updraft post about what a derecho is and why they are so dangerous. 💨

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Extreme heat warning with dangerous heat indices An extreme heat warning is in effect as dangerously high heat index values between 105 and 110 are expected, driven by soaring temperatures in the upper 90s to low 100s and oppressive humidity with de...

🌡️🥵 Stay cool, Minnesota! Extreme heat will pose dangerous conditions for the state this weekend. Take extra precautions to keep cool during this time.

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⛈️🌪️ Enhanced severe weather threat on Monday, with possible tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds expected in the afternoon and evening.

Increased tornado threat in the next 1 to 2 hours. Please stay vigilant!

Sweltering Mother's Day in the Twin Cities—temperatures soared into the 90s, breaking a 125-year-old record!

Tornado watch has been issued for the Twin Cities. Large hail, damaging winds and strong tornadoes are possible.

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The storms will hit the metro between 4 and 6 pm. A tornado watch is on the way, but hasn't been issued yet.

Tornado watch imminent for the Twin Cities...

Tornado watch until 8 p.m. includes southwest and central Minnesota A tornado watch is in effect until 8 p.m. for most of southwest Minnesota.

It's that time! Tornado watch issued for southwestern MN until 8pm. Another tornado watch may come later to include the Twin Cities.

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Moderate risk of severe weather Monday for Minnesota Monday brings a moderate risk of severe weather with a significant threat of tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain. Expect multiple rounds of storms as warm temperatures in the 70s and ...

A round of storms is moving into the metro this hour, with some small, penny-sized hail reported. The more intense second round is expected to begin later this afternoon. Stay tuned to the forecast and stay alert today.

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Cloudy skies with early rain showers; temperatures warm into the 60s Mostly cloudy skies expected for the second half of the weekend. Light rain showers will wrap up early Sunday morning, as temperatures rise again into the 60s. A moderate risk for severe weather is sh...

First round of storms moves in overnight into early Monday morning. Moderate risk for severe weather on Monday with the potential for strong tornadoes. 🌪️

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Severe weather potential includes Twin Cities Dewpoints rising into the 50s and 60s along a warm front across southern Minnesota will help set the stage for severe weather Thursday afternoon and evening. Strong to severe thunderstorms are expecte...

First wave of non-severe storms heading towards the metro. Stay alert.
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Windy Wednesday; strong storm chances Thursday Another blustery day is on the way, with gusty southwest winds following a departing high-pressure system. Expect sunshine and warmer temperatures on Wednesday. Severe weather is expected to roll in b...

Slight risk for severe storms in southern Minnesota on Thursday. 💨⛈️

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Severe Weather Awareness Week: Weather alerts and warnings April 7-11 is Severe Weather Awareness Week. It’s a time where we help educate the public about severe weather preparedness, safety and the importance of weather awareness. Let’s take a closer look at...

It's my favorite week of the year—Severe Weather Awareness Week! 🌪️⛈️🌡️ Today we focus on weather alerts and warnings. Take a peek-I even talk about tacos 🌮

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March recap: Multiple storm systems, above-average temperatures Minnesota saw a steady parade of powerful weather systems passing through the region in March. Record warmth was recorded in both mid and late March, placing this month among the top 10 warmest Marche...

March certainly roared like a lion 🦁 with three blizzards, a heavy snowstorm, and a messy wintry mix. But the month wasn’t all about winter—record-breaking temps in the middle and at the end of the month earned us a place among the top 10 warmest Marches on record.

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Very beneficial rain 🌧️ fell across the metro area Saturday night into Sunday, with many locations reporting over 2 inches! Every little bit helps with the drought heading into April.

There is a 60 degree temperature difference across Minnesota right now! 🌡️ Hellloooo baroclinic zone!

100 years since the deadliest tornado in U.S. history, what's changed in weather forecasting? We’re taking a look back 100 years to the infamous Tri-State Tornado. What has changed for forecasting and meteorology since that day?

100 years since the infamous Tri-State Tornado 🌪️ Here's a write up I did on what has changed meteorologically since then.

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A pot of gold forecast for St. Patrick's Day It might just be the luck of the Irish, but the forecast calls for a warm, sunny day with pleasant 60-degree temperatures for the metro area and southern regions.

🍀St. Patricks Day forecast 🍀

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Warm and sunny Sunday; record highs possible Another warm weekend day with temperatures climbing into the 60s, potentially breaking records. The week ahead remains well above average, with a brief cooldown on Tuesday as a cold front moves throug...

Record highs possible today and Monday! 🌡️ 60s for Sunday with sunshine.

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Spring-like weekend as our clocks spring forward This weekend, Daylight Savings Time will set our clocks forward, bringing brighter evenings and a taste of spring! Expect sunny skies and warm temperatures throughout the weekend.

Daylight Savings Time this weekend! 🕤 Our clocks spring forward and bring brighter evenings.🌇 Temperatures in the 40s and 50s for the weekend.

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Reported snowfall totals from Minnesota's March winter storm Snow totals are stacking up across the southern half of Minnesota with numerous spots receiving more than a month's worth of snow. Let's take a look at which areas got the most.

❄️Snow totals are stacking up for our latest spring snowstorm. Some locations picked up more than a month's worth of snow! ❄️

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Warm Sunday with plenty of sunshine Above-average temperatures return to the forecast as highs warm into the 40s and 50s for Sunday. A significant spring storm system is starting to develop, bringing rain and potentially plowable snow b...

Warmer for Sunday, with lots of March sunshine! A significant spring storm system is on track for midweek. Gusty winds 💨, widespread rain 🌧️ and plowable snow possible ❄️

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Chilly, sunny start to Saturday with below-normal temperatures Happy first day of meteorological spring! Cold morning temperatures in the teens and single digits will lead to a below-average day, with highs only reaching the low 30s. Saturday will bring sunny ski...

Happy 1st day of meteorological spring! Sunsets are now past 6 p.m. Loving all the sunshine! 🌞

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Wind advisory continues into Friday night; cooler temperatures for Saturday Blustery northwest winds across the state Friday, with gusts reported over 60 mph! While the winds will gradually lessen through the evening, gusts will remain over 30 mph. Cooler air will follow the ...

Breezy afternoon with a recorded wind gust of 55 mph at MSP! 💨

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‼️ I need help looking for Minnesotans who have connections to either relatives or family friends that were in the Tri-State tornado back in 1925! Looking for stories, or photos from this deadly disaster. 🌪️