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Wednesday January 30, 2019: Morning Forecast

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Brutal Cold Weather Strikes Northland

Fun Cold Weather Tricks To Try In Rare Frigid Temperatures

BRUTAL HISTORIC COLD ARRIVES IN THE NORTHLAND WIND CHILL WARNING: Dangerous cold air temperatures paired with high winds will create life threatening wind chills throughout the day today and into Thursday morning. -40° to -60° feel like temperatures will be felt, which can cause frost bite in 5 minutes. It is crucial that you limit your time outdoors, cover all…

Tuesday January 29, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Blast, Dangerous Wind Chills, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Life Threatening Cold Snap, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Polar Vortex Hits Minnesota, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Wind Chill Warning

Monday January 28, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: -60° wind chills, Arctic Cold Blast, Dangerous Cold, Dangerous Wind Chills, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Life Threatening Cold, Life Threatening Wind Chills, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Near Record Breaking Cold, Northland Dangerous Cold Arrives, Northland Weather Forecast, Polar Vortex Hits Minnesota, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast

Veterinarians On Hand During Beargrease Marathon

Veterinarians keep eyes on the sled dogs during marathon checkpoints.

DULUTH, Minn.- For those wondering about the safety of the sled dogs during the 35th annual Beargrease marathon, a veterinarian staff is on hand through the entirety of the race. A team of 20 vets are assigned to different checkpoints mushers are required to stop at during the marathon. At each stop, dogs are checked for injuries, hydration levels, exhaustion and…

Beargrease Racers Sworn in as Official U.S. Postal Carriers

Baargrease continues the tradition of 'Trail Mail' for the annual marathon.

DULUTH, Minn.- In the spirit of tradition all racers in the 35th annual Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon were sworn in as official U.S. mail carriers before taking off. Just like John Beargrease did over 100 years ago, mushers carry ‘trail mail,’ as it’s called, through the course to drop off at the post office at the end of the trail. Postal…

MUSH! 2019 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Begins

Mushers and Dogs Race Through Bitter Cold

DULUTH, Minn.- Through rain, sleet, snow or hail, negative temperatures and the depths of the night, these mushers do it for the love of the sport, and the love of the Northland. Barking and howling ring through the air, as the dogs stare down the 300-mile ribbon of white ahead of them. “3…2…1… And there she goes!” And then, they’re off!…

Lake Superior Ice Festival Powers On Through Bitter Cold

Subzero Temps Don't Keep Out Northlanders

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The weather outside may be frightful, but the Lake Superior Ice Festival makes it so delightful. The cold weather didn’t stop crowds from flocking to Barker’s Island to enjoy all the frozen wonder. They were even joined by some magical Disney characters. Possibly the most popular part of the festival, the ice sculptures have been wowing visitors since…

Beargrease Marathon Kicks Off with Opening Ceremony

Mushers and Fans Eat and Share Memories

DULUTH, Minn.- The cold and snow is good news for one crowd: the mushers and dogs in the 2019 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, running from Sunday at noon, to Tuesday 1/29 in the afternoon. As they prepare for their long treks, they celebrated with an opening ceremony at Lake Superior College. A huge crowd came out in support of…

Tips To Keep Your Home Safe In Extreme Cold

Furnace Failure & Bursting Pipes Becomes An Issue In Extended Cold Snap

TWIN PORTS — The cold effects not only how we feel but also how we live. Here are some tips to keep you and your home safe and warm. “Prepare for the worst and hope for the best!” said Service Tech Gartner Refrigeration Company Dave Duffy. “Have it checked on a regular basis to try and catch a potential problem…

Brand New State-Of-The-Art HD Sports Simulators Arrive In The Northland!

The Caddy Shack Offers Unique Experiences To Drink & Play

WEST DULUTH, Minn. — In this weeks Active Adventures the cold has kept us looking for indoor fun and The Caddy Shack has brand new state of the art indoor sports simulators! Private rooms offer Golf Simulators of course but now they also offer a Soccer Simulator, Hockey Simulator and a Laser Shot HD Simulator that has… Six different handguns…

Friday January 25, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Dangerous Cold Temperatures, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Frigid Cold, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill advisory, Wind Chill Warning

School Closings, Delays for 01-25-19

Bayfield School District: CLOSED Jan. 25 Bessemer Schools: CLOSED Jan. 25 |CLOSING at 2:00 p.m. Thursday Jan. 24 Chequamegon Schools: CLOSED Jan. 25 Hill City School: 2 hour DELAY on Jan. 25 Mellen School District: CLOSED Jan. 25 No evening activities at Mellen NO HOMECOMING DANCE at Mellen on Saturday, Jan. 26 South Shore School District: CLOSED Jan. 25 Winter…

Thursday January 24, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Cold Blast, Cold Front, Cold Snap, Dangerous Cold Temperatures Arrive, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, lake effect snow, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorlogist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Polar Vortex, Snowbelt Snow, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill advisory, Wind Chill Watch, Winter Storm Warning

Wednesday January 23, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Cold Blast, Cold Snap, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Frigid Wind Chills, Frost Bite Temps, High Winds, Light Flurries, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill advisory

Great Outdoors: Breathe Warmer With Lungplus

The Arctic Cold Blast Returns, Here's Some Useful Ways To Stay Warmer

DULUTH, Minn. — As the brutal cold temperatures return with a vengeance, ways to stay warm are important and crucial. Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot introduces us to the LUNG PLUS. “It’s a mouth worn, re-heater and humidifier.” explains the distributor of Lungplus, Eve Graves. It’s held by small flaps that you place in front of your teeth.  As you breathe…

The Lake Superior Ice Festival Cometh

Snow Slide is Up as City Gears Up

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Every year the Lake Superior Ice Festival promises to be bigger and better, showing that cold and snow doesn’t keep Northlanders inside, but brings them outside in a big way. A fan favorite at the free festival, the big snow slide is already up, towering over Barker’s Island Marina. Attendees this year have some new attractions to look…

Tuesday January 22, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Fluffy Snow, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, snow, Snowy, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, winter weather advisory

Monday January 21, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: cold temperatures, Duluth Minnestoa Weather Forecast, Iron Range Weather Forecast, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Moderate Snow, Northland Weather Forecast, snow, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill advisory, winter weather advisory

Skiing, Skating and Snowshoeing by Candlelight

13th Annual Event Held in Cold Temps

DULUTH, Minn.- In true Northland fashion, families bundled up and took to the ice-cold outside at Hartley Nature Center. The Center hosted their 13th Annual Candlelight Ski, Skate and Snowshoe event. Families could enjoy fat biking and snowshoe hiking on a trail adorned with lights, skate on Hartley Pond, or share some hot chocolate at the yurt. Organizers say, when…

As Warming Center Opens, Concerns Arise

Homeless Persons Bill of Rights Coalition Writes Letter to City

DULUTH, Minn.-  Thursday night marked not only the beginning of extreme cold, but the opening of a new warming center in Duluth. Five people occupied warming center on the 5800 Block of Grand Avenue in West Duluth on Thursday. While the city and the Homeless Persons Bill of Rights coalition, or HPBR, both consider that a victory, HPBR wants to…

“Super Wolf Blood Moon” This Weekend!

Viewing Times For The Northland (Weather & Cloud Cover Permitting)

Get your telescopes ready Northland! Sky-watchers will have a front-row seat to a rare cosmic event, as three lunar phenomena come together and give rise to a ‘Super Wolf Blood Moon’ on Sunday night! So what is all of that? Let me break it down for you… Super Moon: Is when the moon is closest to Earth and appears much…

Lungplus Helps You Breathe Warm During Arctic Blasts

Active Adventures: Ways To Stay Active Outside During Cold Snaps

DULUTH, Minn. — In this weeks Active Adventures we introduce you to Lungplus! Lungplus is a device you place in your mouth and it aids in warming your entire body, so that you can still go outside in the below zero temperatures! It also helps you breathe easier. It also helps you with colds, throat pain, dry cough and will…

Friday January 18, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Blast, Below Average Temperatures, Bitter Cold, Blustery, Cold Snap, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, lake effect snow, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill advisory

Letter Carriers Deliver Mail in the Bitter Cold

Carriers say the key to stay warm is dressing in layers

DULUTH, Minn. – All over the Northland people are working outside in the bitter cold. Letter carriers have to be prepared for all weather conditions, but one USPS employee says extreme cold is her least favorite. She tells us they key to staying warm is being prepared and wearing plenty of layers. “I have three pairs of pants on, I…

Thursday January 17, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Blast, Bitter Cold, Cold Snap, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill advisory

Wednesday January 16, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Blast, Bitter Cold, Cold Snap, cold spell, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, Frigid Temperatures, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, wind chill advisory

Northlanders Skate Before Temps Drop

Subzero Temps Mean Outdoor Rinks Close

DULUTH, Minn.- Lately the weather’s been great to get out on the ice. No, not the frozen parking lots and sidewalks. Ice skating rinks. But many outdoor rinks in the Northland close once the windchill drops to about –20 degrees. Even though outdoor rinks may close, in Duluth, Essentia Health provides open skating at their Heritage Sports Center every Wednesday….

Tuesday January 15, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Arctic Blast, Chilly Temperatures, Cold Front, cold spell, Cold Wind Chills, Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, High Winds, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Northland Weather Forecast, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Very Windy

Monday January 14, 2019: Morning Forecast

Categories: Weather Video Tags: Duluth Minnesota Weather Forecast, freezing drizzle, Light Flurries, merlot weather, merlots weather, Meteorologist Brittney Merlot, Mild Temperatures, Northland Weather Forecast, slippery roads, Superior Wisconsin Weather Forecast, Twin Ports Weather Forecast, Warm Temps