‘Patchwork’ of fall colors expected across state amid heat, drought conditions

Drought drives up herd management ahead of annual Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup

CUSTER STATE PARK, S.D. – As the leaves change colors across the Black Hills, it signals that it is time for the annual Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup. Ahead of the main event, park officials provided a special tour of the herd for the media to showcase the scale of an operation.

Widespread Rain Brings Relief to Northern Hills, Drought Persists

SPEARFISH, S.D. – The Northern Black Hills received a welcome dose of rain over the weekend, bringing much-needed moisture to an area still dealing with severe drought conditions. According to the National Weather Service, some of the highest totals included 2.72 inches in Piedmont, 2.51 inches east of Sturgis,...

Heavy rain, flood threat move into KOTA Territory this weekend

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -Heavy rain is moving into the Black Hills, with the heaviest rainfall expected to the south and west as a low pressure system organizes near Salt Lake City. Rain is expected to continue overnight and into Sunday, with some areas seeing embedded thunder. The heaviest rain...

Denver, Rapid City, Billings and Chicago Reveal Just How Cold September Can Turn With Record Low Temperatures Dating Back to the 1800s Nationwide, AccuWeather Data Shows

DENVER, COLORADO — September can still feel like summer, but history shows it can also turn downright cold. AccuWeather, using data from NOAA ACIS dating back to the 1800s, has compiled the coldest temperature ever recorded during September in cities across the country, and the numbers reveal just how dramatically the month can swing. If you’re wondering how your own city stacks up, this list breaks down the record cold snaps that have hit communities from Anchorage to Miami.

Friday Forecast: Warmer today, but we should expect a wet and cooler weekend ahead

We've opened this article to everyone as a public service. Please consider supporting our work for just $2. View subscription offers. WESTERN S.D. AND NORTHEASTERN WYO. — As you step out the door this morning, temperatures are in the 50s and low 60s, with winds being light and variable currently.

Rain chances build across KOTA Territory this week and weekend

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - A soaking rain fell across parts of KOTA Territory, with some areas picking up more than an inch, according to First Alert Weather. Areas that missed out on the rain will have two more chances this weekend, as temperatures are expected to feel like late September or early October.

Weekend wildfires reported in Pennington, Harding County

ROCKERVILLE, S.D. – Fire crews responded to a wildfire just to the west of Rockerville Sunday. The Beretta Fire was located off of Beretta Road, a 1/2 mile N/W of […]

How Cold Is Too Cold for Dogs in South Dakota

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! When the wind chill drops below zero in Sioux Falls or Rapid City, the question isn’t whether your dog will feel it — it’s how long you have before that cold becomes dangerous. South Dakota’s winters bring some of the harshest conditions in the Lower 48, and knowing exactly how cold is too cold for … This article, How Cold Is Too Cold for Dogs in South Dakota , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Dogs in South Dakota State Parks: Leash Rules, Pet-Friendly Cabins, and Where They’re Welcome • How Long Can You Leave a Dog Outside in New Mexico? What the Law Actually Says • How Long Can You Leave a Dog Outside in Arizona Before It Breaks the Law

Coolish Today, Late Week Rain

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Cooler today across KOTA Territory as the cool, dry air mass settles in. Highs will reach the 60s in the hills and low to mid 70s on the plains. Winds will slowly turn to the southeast and becoming breezy late in the day and into the overnight. Meanwhile, clouds will increase as a disturbance in the flow aloft approaches from the southwest. It will arrive overnight and may help produce a few light showers around the Black Hills Region to the south and to the east through mid-morning. Lows will be warmer due to the clouds and mixing southeasterly flow--most areas dropping into the 50s with a few 40s in the west.

High particulate advisory issued for Rapid City amid windy conditions

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Strong winds are kicking up dust across Rapid City, prompting a high particulate advisory Friday. The city’s Air Quality Office is asking residents, businesses and contractors to limit activities that create additional dust. Air quality officials conducted site inspections Friday and advised permit holders...

Lookout fire shows no growth despite wind gusts, remains 71% contained

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Firefighters battling the Lookout fire had been warning of strong wind gusts that could fuel the blaze. So far, there are no reports of the wildfire spreading any further. The 444-acre blaze, burning on Lookout Mountain in Spearfish, is still 71% contained, according to the...

Spearfish fire; Christmas market; Cooler temps

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Here are this morning’s top stories with KELOLAND On the Go. Officials have not yet declared the Lookout Fire contained. The public is asked to avoid the area because of ongoing active fire suppression activity including personnel and equipment. A new Christmas market...

Pennington County officials urging residents to be prepared for when disaster strikes

RAPID CITY, S.D. - September is National Preparedness Month, encouraging Americans to prepare in advance for when an emergency or disaster strikes. In the Black Hills region, a majority of the nature-based threats we might face include blizzards, flash floods, and wildfires. And according to Pennington County Emergency Management, awareness and acknowledgment of these potential disasters is the first step in being prepared.

Lookout Mountain Fire update – no containment at 443 acres

SPEARFISH, S.D. – Flames flickered making an eerie glow on the hills making up Lookout Mountain overnight as fire crews remained on the lines of the Lookout Fire at Spearfish. […]

Excessive Heat Triggers Early Dismissal for 10 Rapid City Schools Thursday

RAPID CITY, S.D. – High temperatures in Rapid City have prompted an early release for 10 local schools on Thursday, Sept. 10. The schedule adjustment impacts Grandview, Horace Mann, Meadowbrook, […]