Weather science - The Durango Herald

Climate study shows trouble for upper Dolores River basin

Higher temperatures, longer droughts could hurt fishery

DATE: Feb 14, 2017 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Durango’s amateur weather guy grows an online following

Realtor by trade, forecaster by hobby

DATE: Dec 19, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Study: Big tornado outbreaks spawn more twisters

WASHINGTON – The most extreme tornado outbreaks are mysteriously spawning many more twisters than they did decades ago, a new study claimed. The once-every-five-years-or-so outbre...

DATE: Dec 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

New weather station fills gaps in Four Corners’ blind spot

Site at Old Fort Lewis campus to help forecasters, researchers

DATE: Nov 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Snow makes Coal Bank, Molas passes slick

A cold front pushed its way into the region Friday, sending temperatures plunging and leading to icy conditions on mountain passes between Durango and Ouray. The snow started flyi...

DATE: Sep 23, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Monsoons finally arrive, bring rain to Southwest Colorado

Dry La Niña pattern may not materialize this winter

DATE: Aug 1, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Unusual winter hampered Dolores River boating release

Forecasting tough for McPhee managers

DATE: Jul 27, 2016 | CATEGORY: Good Earth

Where did the monsoon season go?

Dry, hot weather prompts fire warning; a better chance for rain may come Friday

DATE: Jul 10, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fort Lewis College professor to visit Greenland, Antarctica

Fort Lewis College associate professor Heidi Steltzer’s career has led to groundbreaking research, recognition as an outstanding teacher and a voice as an advocate for women in science. This...

DATE: Jun 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Radar blind spot exposes Southwest Colorado to dangerous storms

Southwest Colorado lies in one of the largest weather forecast gaps in the nation. Its shortcomings impact safety, business and even our water

DATE: Jun 4, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dry early spring sinks rafting hopes on Lower Delores

Rapids have not been run since 2011

DATE: Apr 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Snowpack experts not concerned about unseasonably warm weather in Southwest

February drier than usual in Durango

DATE: Feb 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

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Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.