Tatum Larsen, Author at KESQ

Windy and dusty conditions for Sunday

February 5, 2023 3:20 AM Tatum Larsen

Onshore winds will strengthen this morning around 10 a.m. Peak gusts are expected late this afternoon through tonight. Here is a look at forecasted…

A calm and sunny start to the weekend with more wind ahead

February 4, 2023 5:55 AM Tatum Larsen

Sunny skies can be expected today as cloud cover has cleared significantly. This will make for a warmer than average day in the desert as…

Preparations for local Black History Month events begin

February 1, 2023 6:22 PM Tatum Larsen

From live performances to the 36th Annual Black History Parade and Town Fair, there are plenty of ways to celebrate this month. Find more details…

Local event will honor those lost to COVID-19

January 31, 2023 10:40 AM Tatum Larsen

People who have lost their loved ones to COVID-19 are invited to partake in a remembrance event at Civic Center Park in Palm Desert on Saturday, Feb.…

Construction begins on Dune Palms Road Improvement Project in La Quinta

January 30, 2023 12:27 PM Tatum Larsen

The City of La Quinta started construction on an all-weather 480-footlong bridge on Dune Palms Road over the Coachella Valley StormWater Channel on…

North Indian Canyon Drive reopened

January 29, 2023 6:23 AM Tatum Larsen

North Indian Canyon Drive has been reopened after it was previously closed Sunday morning due to blowing sand and low visibility. For up-to-date…

Mental health support from Coachella Valley schools after national tragedies

January 25, 2023 11:08 AM Tatum Larsen

Mental health services have been top of mind for all Coachella Valley school districts this year as increased funding gives schools the ability to…

Strong winds affect driving conditions across the valley

January 23, 2023 12:41 PM Tatum Larsen

Gusty winds have continued to lift sand and dust into the air and create difficult driving condition on roads across the valley. Here is a view of…

Sunny and slightly warmer this weekend

January 21, 2023 3:19 AM Tatum Larsen

Clear and dry conditions can be expected this weekend as the low-pressure system that drenched Southern California continues to move east. KESQ A…

Caltrans begins construction on I-10 Desert Rehab Project

January 18, 2023 5:11 PM Tatum Larsen

The project, which is expected to wrap up in 2026, spans 13 miles of the I-10 east of the Dillon Road Interchange and east of the Cactus City Rest…

Will winter rains bring a spring ‘Super Bloom’ to the desert? We asked wildflower experts.

January 18, 2023 1:34 PM Tatum Larsen

Southern California has gotten a fair amount of rain this year but has it been enough to see a super bloom here in the Coachella Valley? …

Local community leaders honored at MLK Day event

January 16, 2023 5:26 PM Tatum Larsen

People of all ages and backgrounds gathered to commemorate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.during a prayer breakfast hosted by…

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway closed through Monday due to technical issues

January 15, 2023 9:50 AM Tatum Larsen, Bianca Ventura

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway announced it will be closed through Monday due to technical difficulties. A power outage and lagging cars led to the…

Potential flooding preparations ahead of incoming storm system

January 9, 2023 12:00 PM Tatum Larsen

Winter storms have continued to pummel the Golden State this week with heavy rain, destructive winds and flooding. Northern California has been…

Cloudy and seasonable weekend ahead

January 7, 2023 3:02 AM Tatum Larsen

Drier weather can be expected this weekend but clouds will remain overhead due to an incoming storm system. This storm system is set to bring more…

Storm preparation ahead of the Palm Springs International Film Festival

January 4, 2023 10:32 AM Tatum Larsen

The First Alert Weather team has been tracking an incoming storm system that will bring rain to the Coachella Valley. A First Alert Weather Alert has…