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Thursday November 28, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Lakeshore Flood Watch, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Thanksgiving Snow Storm, Thanksgiving Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Winter Storm Watch

‘Continental’ Employees Bike and Ski to Work on Snowy Day

DULUTH, Minn. – With roads slippery and snow covered, employees at a local business decided to make their commutes without using cars. Instead, fat tire bikes and cross country skis took workers to Continental Ski and Bike Wednesday morning. The assistant manager tells us fat tire biking is the best way to commute in Duluth. “It’s just us using things…

Duluthians Dig Out After Winter Storm

Duluth students enjoy first snow day of the winter

DULUTH, Minn. – The first major winter storm of the season dropped a big layer of snow on the Northland leaving a lot of people digging out in the aftermath. “Looked out my window and I turned my alarm off because the amount of snow that I saw on the deck was like ‘Oh, there’s no school today,’” said Ordean East…

Wednesday November 27, 2019: Morning Forecast

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Closings and Delays for Wednesday, November 27, 2019

School Closings and Delays Received by FOX 21 Local News Wednesday, November 27, 2019

CANCELLATIONS: Animal Allies Humane Society (Adoption Center Closed, Direct Animal Care Staff should still report to work) Barnum Public Schools Cloquet Public Schools Damiano Center Duluth Public Schools (District Offices included) Duluth Salvation Army DTA – Running Emergency Line Service (Routes 16/17 Delayed) East Central Schools Esko Public Schools Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Goodwill (700 Garfield Avenue,…

Travelers Hunkering Down, Cancelling Thanksgiving Plans Due to Storms

Comfort Suites in Canal Park has already received at least 15 cancellations.

DULUTH,Minn.- The effects of the incoming storms are creating cancellations for business in Duluth. Comfort Suites in Canal Park received at least 15 cancellations Monday night for Thanksgiving weekend. But one family isn’t letting the storm stop their holiday plans to get up to the Gunflint Trail–as they’ve been doing for almost 30 years. “We’re gonna ride out the storm…

Ahead of Winter Storms Park Point Gears Up for More Flooding

High wind gusts could push Lake Superior's already high lake levels on to shore.

DULUTH, Minn.- While snow is a big concern for most with the oncoming storms, lakeshore flooding is a whole other story, especially for homeowners on Park Point. Last month’s wicked October storm slammed Canal Park and Park Point homes with Lake Superior’s waves. “I heard stories all up and down on Park Point about that kind of thing,” said Bob…

Incoming Winter Storm Expected to Impact Holiday Travel

Travelers hit the roads and hop on planes, but major snowfall could impact those plans

DULUTH, Minn. – As Thanksgiving approaches, thousands of travelers are hitting the road or hopping on a plane to their holiday destinations, but incoming winter storms could have a big impact on those plans. MnDOT has a hundred snow plow routes in Northeastern Minnesota. They expect drivers to be out in twelve-hour shifts on Tuesday night and Wednesday. “All of…

Multiple Snow Storms Create Holiday Headaches

Breaking Down The Two Major Systems Targeting The Northland, Packing Heavy Snowfall

DULUTH, Minn. —  Two significant snowstorms will make holiday travel dangerous across the Great Lakes and both systems will drop heavy snow across parts of the Northland. A WINTER STORM WARNING in effect until noon Wednesday for St. Louis, Lake, Cook, Carlton, Aitkin, Pine, Douglas, Bayfield, Ashland, Iron, Gogebic, Sawyer, Washburn and Burnett counties, where 5-15″ of heavy wet snow…

Tuesday November 26, 2019: Morning Forecast

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Monday November 25, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Holiday Travel Forecast, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Holiday Snowstorms, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Thanksgiving Snow Storms, Thanksgiving Weather, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Winter Storm Watch

Friday November 22, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Cold Morning, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Falling Temperatures, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Sunny Weekend, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast

Thursday November 21, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Cold Front, Crashing Temperatures, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Flash Freezing, Heavy Wet Snow, Icy Roads, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Slick Road Conditions, Slippery Morning Commute, snow storm, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Winter Storm Warning, winter weather advisory, wintry mix

Wednesday November 20, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, freezing rain, Heavy Wet Snow, Icy Roads, lake effect snow, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, sleet, snow storm, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Winter Storm Warning, winter weather advisory, wintry mix

Tuesday November 19, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Freezing Fog, ice storm, Icy Roads, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Mild Temperatures, Northland Weather Forecast, Slippery Driving, Snow Arriving, snow storm, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wintry mix

Northland Winter Weather Outlook 2019-2020

The Northland Gears Up for Another Long Winter

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s time for the 2019-2020 Winter Weather Outlook from our Fox 21 Meteorologists! While we’re still a month away from the official start of winter, snow arrives earlier in the Northland and sticks around beyond March!  We’ve already seen big snow events this season with a “Winter Storm Warning” across the Snowbelt with more than a foot…

Monday November 18, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Cloudy Day, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Icy Roads, Light Snow, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Mild Temperatures, Northland Weather Forecast, Overcast, Slick and Slippery Driving, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, warm front, Warm Weather

Mont Du Lac Opens In Record Breaking Time

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: The early cold snap helped a local ski hill open early

SUPERIOR, Wisc.- The early snap of arctic air made the perfect recipe for snow making at Northland resorts, especially at Mont du Lac. The resort officially opened Thursday, the earliest on record. It may only be the middle of November, but it’s looking more like the middle of the ski and snowboarding season there. The main alpine runs are covered…

Friday November 15, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Above Freezing November Weekend, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Icy Roads, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Mild Air, Northland Weather Forecast, Snow Chances, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, warm up, Warm Weekend, wintry mix

Thursday November 14, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: chester bowl, Cold Temps, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, High Winds, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Snow Making, sun, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill, Winter Weather

Heavy Lake Effect Snow Benefits

GREAT OUTDOORS: Ironwood Slammed with Over A Foot of Lake Effect Snow

IRONWOOD, Mich. — In this weeks Great Outdoors, Fox 21’s Meteorologist Brittney Merlot takes us to the snowbelt that’s just finishing digging out of their recent lake effect winter storm. Plows and loaders filled the streets of Ironwood on Tuesday, clearing over 14 inches of snowfall that dropped in just 24 hours. Arctic air with temperatures in the single digits…

Wednesday November 13, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Icy Roads, lake effect snow, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Slippery Morning Commute, snow, Snowy Roads, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast

Tuesday November 12, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Cold, Cold Blast, Cold Snap, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Foot of snow accumulation, Lake Effect Snow Storm, Lake Smoke, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Sea Smoke Lake Superior, Superior Wiscnsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Winter Storm Warning

More Snow Means More Business Up North Shore

Different North Shore Businesses prepare for winter tourists after last week's snowfall.

NORTH SHORE, Minn.- It seems Jack Frost made an early stop up the North Shore, and businesses couldn’t be happier. “We all live here for a reason. So we’re big fans of the snow and the cold,” said Jordyn Timberlake. The Bartender and Housekeep at Knotted Pine Inn and Tavern in Isabella is looking at increased business for both the…

Monday November 11, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Cold Blast, Blustery Winds, Cold Snap, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, lake effect snow, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Winter Storm Warning

Bucks Beware: Minnesota Firearm Deer Season Begins

Nearly 500,000 hunters expected to bring in about 100,000 deer, according to DNR.

DULUTH, Minn.- Bucks Beware as nearly 500,000 hunters throughout the state are taking to the woods for the start of Firearm Deer Hunting Season. The Minnesota DNR reminds hunters that a deer license purchased after opening day is valid starting the next day after being issued, not the same day. You can register your deer in-person, over the phone, or…

Friday November 8, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Cold Temps, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, lake effect snow, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, snow, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast