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Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Severe weather impacts parts of KELOLAND
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — Severe weather is hitting various parts of KELOLAND. Rosebud Sioux Tribe declared a state of emergency Monday morning as damage has made its way through the area. The forecast shows possibilities for more severe weather events. Developing now; Severe weather chances in KELOLAND today Pictures from the the Rosebud Sioux Tribe's volunteer fire department show damage found in St. Francis. Did you see storm damage? Send your pictures to our uShare folder. Follow the weather with our KELOLAND Storm Tracker app. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Watch vs. Warning: what's the difference?
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — Severe weather is impacting KELOLAND Monday and tornado warnings and watches have been issued for parts of the state. Developing now; Severe weather chances in KELOLAND today What is the difference between a warning and a watch? KELOLAND Meteorologist Jaelyn Borresen says there are four main factors that contribute to severe thunderstorms. Moisture Instability Lift Wind A thunderstorm is considered severe when the following factors are present: Wind gusts at or above 58 mph Hail measuring 1″ in diameter Tornado present on radar Having as much protection between you and the outside is key during severe weather, Borresen says. For the latest severe weather updates in KELOLAND, visit our weather page. You can track storms in your area using the KELOLAND Storm Tracker app. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Preparing for severe weather season
SIOUX FALLS, S.D (KELO)– It's Severe Weather Awareness Week in South Dakota and Minnesota. From strong thunderstorms to derechos to tornadoes, several types of severe weather can hit KELOLAND. Minnehaha County Emergency Manager Jason Gearman says families should come up with a plan in case severe weather is on the horizon. 'Where you're going to go in your house, under a stairwell, stay away from windows. Talk to your family about what's going to happen if maybe kids are home alone, what their plans are going to be,' Gearman said. South Dakota minerals expert weighs in on Ukraine proposal It's a conversation businesses should also be having. 'You've got a responsibility to deal with your employees and keep them safe, where's the safest place to go? Do you have designated areas?' Gearman said. While outdoor sirens in the Sioux Falls area warn people of tornadoes and destructive severe thunderstorms, those sirens are meant to be heard outdoors. Be sure you have other ways of getting notified about incoming dangerous weather, such as your local news or your cell phone. 'Make sure those alerts are turned on,' Gearman said. Sioux Falls and Minnehaha County will be holding a tornado drill on Wednesday. The sirens will go off at 10:15 AM. For more information about taking shelter during severe weather, click here. This is also a good time to download the KELOLAND Storm Tracker app to your smart devices. You can watch the radar and receive alerts for watches and warnings. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
