Today was warmer around Region 8 with temperatures reaching back into the 80s and more sunshine. As we head into tonight expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures dropping into the mid 60s with patchy fog forming in the early hours of the morning. Expect temperatures in the mid-upper 80s tomorrow with partly cloudy skies and a stray shower or two through the region. The rest of the week we will see rising temperatures making it back into the 90s early next week. -Andrew
With many out and about on lunch hour, a near-derecho force squall line with 80+ MPH winds slammed through NE Arkansas and the MO Bootheel, leaving behind damage that few have seen from straight line winds.
It's severe weather season and the Region 8 StormTeam has showed you where the safest spot should be in your home. But what if you're driving when a tornado strikes?
Tuesday, July 22 2014 8:27 PM EDT2014-07-23 00:27:15 GMT
This summer has brought with it much cooler temperatures than usual and plenty of rain. With these two factors working together, it has helped to keep prices down for electricity.?
This summer has brought with it much cooler temperatures than usual and plenty of rain. With these two factors working together, it has helped to keep prices down for electricity.?
Tuesday, July 22 2014 7:33 AM EDT2014-07-22 11:33:01 GMT
The American Red Cross in Arkansas has deployed two disaster responders to join Red Cross teams providing care since early July in north central Washington for residents in the path of wildfires.
The American Red Cross in Arkansas has deployed two disaster responders to join Red Cross teams providing care since early July in north central Washington for residents in the path of wildfires.
Tuesday, July 22 2014 1:31 AM EDT2014-07-22 05:31:36 GMT
Forecasters say calmer winds and cooler temperatures are headed for a fire-scorched region of Washington state, conditions that could help firefighters in their battle against wildfires that have charred hundreds...
Calmer winds and cooler temperatures helped firefighters go on the offensive Monday against a destructive wildfire that has charred hundreds of square miles in Washington state and is the largest in state history.
Monday, July 21 2014 12:31 PM EDT2014-07-21 16:31:16 GMT
By MALCOLM RITTER AP Science Writer NASA has honored one of its most famous astronauts by renaming a key building at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
By MALCOLM RITTER AP Science Writer NASA honored one of its most famous astronauts Monday by renaming a historic building at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Friday, July 18 2014 6:47 AM EDT2014-07-18 10:47:56 GMT
The Arkansas Forestry Commission's Rural Fire Protection Program is taking applications from fire departments across the state for wildfire suppression kits.
The Arkansas Forestry Commission's Rural Fire Protection Program is taking applications from fire departments across the state for wildfire suppression kits.
Monday, July 14 2014 11:54 PM EDT2014-07-15 03:54:15 GMT
Jonesboro CWL estimates 1,500 to 2,000 CWL customers were without power on the south end of town after 11 power poles were knocked down due to strong winds.
Jonesboro CWL estimates 1,500 to 2,000 CWL customers were without power on the south end of town after 11 power poles were knocked down due to strong winds.
The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will bring unseasonably cool temperatures to Arkansas along with the chance for flooding in the southern part of the state.
The National Weather Service says a strong cold front will bring unseasonably cool temperatures to Arkansas along with the chance for flooding in the southern part of the state.
Friday, July 11 2014 7:42 PM EDT2014-07-11 23:42:02 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - There is a shortage of mosquito spray in Region 8.Dollar General employee Brandi Williams said supply is low at the store on North Church Street and at other Dollar Generals in Jonesboro."We got the Cutter (Skinsations insect repellent) twin pack in Wednesday and now we only have five left."Even though Williams ordered extra spray before the Fourth of July, repellent for flying insects, specifically mosquitoes, has been flying off the shelves."Couldn't keep it in stock....
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - There is a shortage of mosquito spray in Region 8.Dollar General employee Brandi Williams said supply is low at the store on North Church Street and at other Dollar Generals in Jonesboro."We got the Cutter (Skinsations insect repellent) twin pack in Wednesday and now we only have five left."Even though Williams ordered extra spray before the Fourth of July, repellent for flying insects, specifically mosquitoes, has been flying off the shelves."Couldn't keep it in stock....
Thursday, July 10 2014 9:30 AM EDT2014-07-10 13:30:18 GMT
The Jonesboro City Council approved a bid for the removal of storm debris from the severe windstorm in June at a specially called meeting Wednesday afternoon.
The Jonesboro City Council approved a bid for the removal of storm debris from the severe windstorm in June at a specially called meeting Wednesday afternoon.
Wednesday, July 9 2014 6:36 AM EDT2014-07-09 10:36:10 GMT
Members of Arkansas' congressional delegation are asking the U.S. Department of Agriculture for federal disaster assistance for farmers and ranchers affected by flooding.
Members of Arkansas' congressional delegation are asking the U.S. Department of Agriculture for federal disaster assistance for farmers and ranchers affected by flooding.
A magnitude-6.9 earthquake on the Pacific Coast jolted a wide area of southern Mexico and Central America Monday, killing at least three people while damaging homes, hospitals and churches.
A magnitude-6.9 earthquake on the Pacific Coast jolted a wide area of southern Mexico and Central America Monday, killing at least three people while damaging homes, hospitals and churches.
Wednesday, July 2 2014 1:18 PM EDT2014-07-02 17:18:30 GMT
There were 10 deaths on the water this past month in Missouri and with the water being higher than normal going into the holiday weekend it is important people stay safe while on the water.
There were 10 deaths on the water this past month in Missouri and with the water being higher than normal going into the holiday weekend it is important people stay safe while on the water.
Tuesday, July 1 2014 2:14 AM EDT2014-07-01 06:14:21 GMT
After tornadoes and flash floods hit the middle of the country on Sunday, residents of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Tennessee and Arkansas braced for more severe weather Monday.
After tornadoes and flash floods hit the middle of the country on Sunday, residents of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Tennessee and Arkansas braced for more severe weather Monday.
Monday, June 30 2014 10:04 AM EDT2014-06-30 14:04:51 GMT
A hearing is planned for next week on proposed plans to renovate Arkansas Game and Fish Commission facilities near Mayflower that were damaged or destroyed by the April 27 tornado.
A hearing is planned for next week on proposed plans to renovate Arkansas Game and Fish Commission facilities near Mayflower that were damaged or destroyed by the April 27 tornado.
During inclement weather, check here for school closings, as well as churches, daycares, and employers. Register your organization to enter inclement weather status.
During inclement weather, check here for school closings, as well as churches, daycares, and employers. Register your organization to enter inclement weather status.
Thursday, July 31 2014 10:22 PM EDT2014-08-01 02:22:35 GMT
Rescue workers and desperate villagers dug through deep mud, rocks and the debris of shattered homes Thursday after a massive landslide buried a remote village in western India, killing at least 24 people and...
Heavy rains hampered efforts Friday by hundreds of rescue workers digging through heavy mud and debris, as the death toll from a landslide that engulfed an entire village in western India rose to 51.
Thursday, July 31 2014 12:57 AM EDT2014-07-31 04:57:06 GMT
Northern Colorado got the brunt of heavy rains that flooded streets and stranded drivers up and down the Front Range.
Heavy rain has brought much-needed moisture to Colorado's drought-stricken plains and has tested the recovery efforts in the foothill communities hit hard by flooding in September.
Thursday, July 31 2014 12:56 AM EDT2014-07-31 04:56:30 GMT
An Indian official says that more than 150 people are feared buried under a landslide that hit a village in western India following torrential rains.
Rescue workers and desperate villagers dug through deep mud, rocks and the debris of shattered homes Thursday after a massive landslide buried a remote village in western India, killing at least 24 people and trapping more...
Wednesday, July 30 2014 9:56 AM EDT2014-07-30 13:56:49 GMT
Fire crews have gained ground on two of the largest wildfires in California, lifting evacuation orders for about half the homes in the path of a blaze in Yosemite National Park and redeploying firefighters battling...
Fire crews have gained ground on two of the largest wildfires in California, lifting evacuation orders for about half the homes in the path of a blaze in Yosemite National Park and redeploying firefighters battling another...
Wednesday, July 30 2014 1:37 AM EDT2014-07-30 05:37:24 GMT
Most of the 1,200 people driven to evacuate by a Northern California wildfire that destroyed 13 homes have been told they can safely return after a series of steady gains in the firefight.
Fire crews gained ground Tuesday on two of the largest wildfires in California, lifting evacuation orders for about half the homes in the path of a blaze in Yosemite National Park and redeploying firefighters battling...
