Heavy rainfall from scattered thunderstorms is expected across the Southwest, Intermountain West, and Plains. Isolated dry thunderstorms may initiate additional fires across the west. The coastal Carolinas may experience flash floods in the coming days due to repeated thunderstorms. Additionally, a wave of intense summer heat will hit the Southern Plains and central Gulf Coast States this week. Read More >
Cooperative Observer Program
Cooperative Observer Background |
Becoming a Cooperative Observer |
- Dedication to public service
- Attention to detail
- Ability to lean and perform daily duties
- Willingness to allow NWS to place measuring instruments on your property
- Willingness to allow at least one visit per year from an NWS representative
- Ownership of a personal computer with modem and familiarity with its basic uses
- Established internet access
Cooperative Observer Sites in Our Area |
Location | Time Active |
Clark, SD | 1893-Present |
Highmore, SD | 1893-Present |
Kennebec, SD | 1893-Present |
Milbank, SD | 1893-Present |
Castlewood, SD | 1893-1898, 1906-present |
Gann Valley, SD | 1897-Present |
Murdo, SD | 1907-Present |
Pollock, SD | 1908-Present |
Eureka. SD | 1908-Present |
Onida, SD | 1913-Present |
Britton, SD | 1913-Present |
Artichoke Lake, MN | 1917-Present |
Cooperative Observer Awards |
Cooperative Observer Reports |