MN weather: Scattered showers possible Tuesday afternoon

The humidity is falling on Tuesday, making for a more comfortable day. There is a chance for scattered showers in the afternoon for southern Minnesota, but the rain will be light and won’t cause further issues for flooded areas. Another round of scattered showers is possible overnight into early Wednesday morning.

NASA to launch important weather satellite

NASA is getting ready to launch the latest GOES-U weather satellite on Tuesday. NOAA Director Dr. Elsayed Talaat joined FOX 9's Morning News to share about the mission, the satellite's importance, and how it can help predict potential flooding and other natural disasters. To learn more about the project, visit www.noaa.gov/goes-u.

Flooding impacts Twin Cities metro area

Cities in the greater metro area are starting to close roads, parks, and trails as river levels continue to rise. FOX 9’s Bill Keller has the latest from Burnsville.

Minnesota lawmakers to tour flood damage

FOX 9’s Se Kwon visits the City of Henderson, which is just one area dealing with flooding from the Minnesota River. As the state continues to deal with flood waters, Minnesota lawmakers plan to survey flood damage on Tuesday.

MN weather: Comfy Tuesday as humidity falls

It's a more comfortable day on Tuesday as the humidity falls and temperatures stay in the mid-80s. There's a chance for a sprinkle in the afternoon, but it will otherwise be a dry day with a partly cloudy sky.

MN weather: Keeping a cap on the storms

A low atmospheric cap is keeping storms from developing in Minnesota. Right now, conditions are right for strong storms. But will it last? Ian Leonard has your forecast.

Rapidan Dam failure: Home teeters on brink

The Rapidan Dam in south central Minnesota has suffered a partial failure but remains intact as of Monday afternoon. Officials say the failure was on the west abutment. The river flow is being diverted along the west side, leaving a nearby home at risk of collapse.