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Flaky weather
It was another weird weather weekend in Douglas County. A wintry mix of sleet and big pelting flakes of snow descended on central Minnesota on Saturday afternoon and continued off and on into the evening. Because icy conditions made traveling hazardous, a winter storm warning was posted from Friday night into Saturday night.
Wednesday, March, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
It was another weird weather weekend in Douglas County. A wintry mix of sleet and big pelting flakes of snow descended on central Minnesota on Saturday afternoon and continued off and on into the evening. Because icy conditions made traveling hazardous, a winter storm warning was posted from Friday night into Saturday night.
Wednesday, March, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Winter weather advisory in effect until noon
A winter weather advisory remains in effect today, Monday, February 11 until noon following the weekend storm that dumped an estimated foot of snow in Alexandria.
Monday, February, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A winter weather advisory remains in effect today, Monday, February 11 until noon following the weekend storm that dumped an estimated foot of snow in Alexandria.
Monday, February, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Are you prepared for severe weather, tornadoes?
On average, Minnesota’s severe weather season sees 40 tornadoes per year creating the potential for property damage, financial distress, and personal danger for families.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
On average, Minnesota’s severe weather season sees 40 tornadoes per year creating the potential for property damage, financial distress, and personal danger for families.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 15-19
Severe weather can threaten the lives and property of Minnesotans at any time. Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed April 15-19 as Severe Weather Awareness Week.
Friday, April, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Severe weather can threaten the lives and property of Minnesotans at any time. Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed April 15-19 as Severe Weather Awareness Week.
Friday, April, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Keep warm; call for Cold Weather Rule protection
CenterPoint Energy reminds customers about their rights and responsibilities under the Cold Weather Rule (CWR), which protects residential customers from having their natural gas service disconnected between October 15 and April 15, 2013 if they have difficulty paying their natural gas bill.
Friday, October, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
CenterPoint Energy reminds customers about their rights and responsibilities under the Cold Weather Rule (CWR), which protects residential customers from having their natural gas service disconnected between October 15 and April 15, 2013 if they have difficulty paying their natural gas bill.
Friday, October, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Crop, weather reports resume today
Beginning today, Minnesota farmers can turn to a vital source for information on their crops and weather by referring to the weekly crop and weather report from the Minnesota Field Office of the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA, NASS).
Monday, April, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Beginning today, Minnesota farmers can turn to a vital source for information on their crops and weather by referring to the weekly crop and weather report from the Minnesota Field Office of the United States Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA, NASS).
Monday, April, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Know the weather before you light the match
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds landowners to know the weather forecast before burning.
Tuesday, May, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds landowners to know the weather forecast before burning.
Tuesday, May, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County under blizzard warning
Snowy trouble is headed Douglas County's way, according to the National Weather Service.
Monday, February, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Snowy trouble is headed Douglas County's way, according to the National Weather Service.
Monday, February, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Know when to evacuate during severe weather
CenterPoint Energy would like to remind the public of important natural gas safety tips to follow when there is severe weather.
Monday, May, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
CenterPoint Energy would like to remind the public of important natural gas safety tips to follow when there is severe weather.
Monday, May, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Know when to evacuate during severe weather
CenterPoint Energy would like to remind the public of important natural gas safety tips to follow when there is severe weather.
Sunday, June, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
CenterPoint Energy would like to remind the public of important natural gas safety tips to follow when there is severe weather.
Sunday, June, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
New alerts coming to cell phones
Minnesotans will now be able to receive time-sensitive, critical information about severe weather, emergencies, and disasters with the next generation of emergency alerts on their smart phones and cell phones.
Saturday, June, 23, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesotans will now be able to receive time-sensitive, critical information about severe weather, emergencies, and disasters with the next generation of emergency alerts on their smart phones and cell phones.
Saturday, June, 23, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Passion drama cancelled because of wintry weather
The annual Passion Drama presented by members of Zion Lutheran and Good Shepherd Lutheran churches of Alexandria has been cancelled this year due to the weather. In its 14-year history, this is the first time the drama has been cancelled.
Friday, March, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The annual Passion Drama presented by members of Zion Lutheran and Good Shepherd Lutheran churches of Alexandria has been cancelled this year due to the weather. In its 14-year history, this is the first time the drama has been cancelled.
Friday, March, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Unseasonably warm weather, cold water can be dangerous to late season boaters
With unusually warm weather this month, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is warning boaters and waterfowl hunters to not to let their guard down.
Monday, November, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
With unusually warm weather this month, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is warning boaters and waterfowl hunters to not to let their guard down.
Monday, November, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Weather changes candlelight event at Lake Carlos State Park Saturday
Due to extreme cold weather projections, ice and poor snow conditions, the candlelight event scheduled at Lake Carlos State Park on Saturday, January 19, has been changed to a candlelight snowshoe or hike event.
Friday, January, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Due to extreme cold weather projections, ice and poor snow conditions, the candlelight event scheduled at Lake Carlos State Park on Saturday, January 19, has been changed to a candlelight snowshoe or hike event.
Friday, January, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Hyperthermia: too hot for your health; here are tips for staying cool
Hot summer weather can pose special health risks to older adults. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has some advice for helping older people avoid heat-related illnesses, known as hyperthermia.
Thursday, June, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Hot summer weather can pose special health risks to older adults. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has some advice for helping older people avoid heat-related illnesses, known as hyperthermia.
Thursday, June, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Cold Weather Rule, heating assistance available to low-income Minnesotans
With snow already pounding northwestern Minnesota and freezing temperatures around the corner for all Minnesotans, the Minnesota Department of Commerce and the Public Utilities Commission are encouraging low-income Minnesotans to contact their utilities to ask about Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule and to apply for the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) through their local service providers.
Saturday, October, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
With snow already pounding northwestern Minnesota and freezing temperatures around the corner for all Minnesotans, the Minnesota Department of Commerce and the Public Utilities Commission are encouraging low-income Minnesotans to contact their utilities to ask about Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule and to apply for the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) through their local service providers.
Saturday, October, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Tips for putting the brrrrrakes on winter driving crashes
As Minnesotans drive into the depths of winter and another cold snap next week, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding motorists about important driving skills for winter road conditions and the important survival items to store in a vehicle in the case motorists become stranded during cold weather.
Saturday, January, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
As Minnesotans drive into the depths of winter and another cold snap next week, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding motorists about important driving skills for winter road conditions and the important survival items to store in a vehicle in the case motorists become stranded during cold weather.
Saturday, January, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Weathering the storm
Area wildlife might be better equipped to handle rough winters than we think. It can be hard to imagine anything surviving some of the elements that Minnesota winters can throw at wildlife across the state.
Friday, February, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Area wildlife might be better equipped to handle rough winters than we think. It can be hard to imagine anything surviving some of the elements that Minnesota winters can throw at wildlife across the state.
Friday, February, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Warm weather, where are you? Spring sports on hold
An extended winter has thrown a huge wrench into the spring sports season
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports
An extended winter has thrown a huge wrench into the spring sports season
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports
Wintry weather closes some schools early
The heavy snowfall is causing some schools in the area to close early today, Thursday.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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The heavy snowfall is causing some schools in the area to close early today, Thursday.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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