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The 2013 Boulder Flood: Ten years and three billion dollars later

September 12, 2023 / Ben Castellani

Ten years ago this week, torrential rains fell across the Front Range, triggering one of the worst floods in Colorado’s short recorded history, accompanied by a staggering repair bill now approaching $3 billion. With Boulder County at the epicenter of the disaster, the road to recovery has been long and arduous, and still continues today. We take a look back at this historic event, explain how it happened, and provide an update on related analysis performed since.

DayCAST: Wed 04/18/18

April 18, 2018 / Ben Castellani

Brief mid-level ridging returns to Colorado today, bringing quiet conditions and sunshine to our region. We also discuss the latest forecast for the classic Front Range spring storm headed our way on Friday!

Storm update: Soaking rain changing to snow Sunday evening

March 18, 2018 / Ben Castellani

Another spring storm will be impacting the entire state of Colorado Sunday afternoon into Monday. For the Front Range, the forecast over the next 24 hours includes thunderstorms, soaking rain, and accumulating snow. Read on to find out when we expect rain to change-over in your location and for our snowfall forecast map with potential amounts.

Storm Recap: The biggest snow of the year in Boulder, cold air set to linger

February 20, 2018 / Ben Castellani

Just as forecast, the overhead jet stream delivered heavy banded snowfall to the Boulder area Monday evening. We review the evolution of the storm and discuss the snow totals from across the region.

This week in weather: January 15, 2018

January 15, 2018 / Andy

The week ahead starts out on the cold and wintry side on this M.L.K. day. The Arctic air doesn’t last long however, as warm air spreads back into the area by Wednesday. We are watching the potential for a more potent winter storm late in the week and coming weekend. Read on for more details.

White Christmas Forecast: Jet-forced snow Saturday night, but will it last? (Updated)

December 22, 2017 / Ben Castellani

We discuss the forecast for more snow Saturday night across the Front Range, and detail the locations that will see a White Christmas!

Forecast update: Snow later tonight, cold lingering through the weekend

December 20, 2017 / Ben Castellani

Accumulating snow and frigid temperatures are on the way for most of Colorado! Read on as we discuss the arrival of the first Arctic cold front of the season, one which has good timing to coincide with the winter solstice on Thursday.

This week in weather: December 11, 2017

December 11, 2017 / Andy

The week ahead looks rather tranquil with high pressure primarily in control. A few weak cold fronts will push across the state to create swings in temperatures between the 50’s and 60’s. The extended outlook shows a possibly more active pattern going for next week. Read on for more details.