Improved rainfall data makes it easier for regions to plan, predict and warn residents, as more parts of the country brace for extreme weather events. “The more we know where there are flood risks, ...

Most of us know how to use a rain gauge, or at least most of us think that we know how. Set it outdoors before a rainfall, check it after the storm has passed, and then tell your friends and neighbors ...

FARGO — Rain gauges come in all different shapes and sizes, but the StormTRACKER rain gauge has four parts: a funnel, a measuring tube, a 4-inch diameter overflow tube and this mounting bracket. Where ...

Today's story comes from a long-time viewer. He set up two rain gauges side-by-side but measured a different amount of rain in each. He wanted to know which one is accurate and how to choose a good ...

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - A downpour of rain over the past week has North Dakotans reaching for their rain gauges. However, you may not be using them correctly. Rick Krolak with the National Weather ...

FARGO — There are good rain gauges and there are bad rain gauges. If you want an accurate measurement of how much rain has fallen on your plot of land, you need a good rain gauge. Most of the ...

(WKYT)—For today’s Good Question, Cathy asks: With all the rain we’re getting, which rain gauge is the most accurate? Until we got this question, I didn’t realize how many different types of rain ...

The rain gauge is one of the oldest weather instruments in history. Discover how its design and uses have transformed over the years. WTKR NEWS 3 — You might have one sitting in your yard, but have ...