The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning and flash flood watch for today, Thursday through Friday, December 15, 2016 for the Yosemite region. Flooding will occur on the Merced River in Yosemite Valley. Two to four inches of rain are forecasted today through Friday, with some areas receiving …
Read More »Weather warning issued in Merced County
A high wind warning was issued in Merced and surrounding areas by the National Weather Service in Hanford, according to officials. The warning goes into effect Monday at 11 a.m. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Tornado warning issued for Merced County
The National Weather Service in Hanford issued a tornado warning Tuesday afternoon for the north central part of Merced County. Doppler radar indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a … Click to Continue »
Read More »A warning in the ruins
I recently followed a drone through the ruined Syrian city of Aleppo, courtesy of YouTube. The destruction was sobering, to say the least. The camera glided by exploded apartment buildings … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County officials offer warning, preventive measures for Zika virus
Zika carrying mosquitoes found in Madera, Fresno counties No traces of Zika in Merced, yet Officials urge residents to clean up standing water, wear mosquito repellent … Click to Continue »
Read More »Sheriff’s office warning about possible attempted kidnapping
A warning now for parents in the Madera Ranchos area. The Sheriff’s Office is investigating a possible attempted kidnapping. An 11-year-old boy says he was walking near Webster Elementary School when a mini-van pulled up behind him. The male driver asked the boy if he wanted a ride. The boy …
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