Sunshine has returned following Monday’s Pacific storm. While rain mostly stayed to the west, we did see spotty showers reach as far east as Thermal. Here’s a look at some rainfall totals for the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas. KESQ A trough of low pressure still has some control over conditions in our area, allowing
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Breezy conditions continue across the Coachella Valley Sunday afternoon. A Wind Advisory has been extended by the National Weather Service until 8 p.m. this evening. Gusts up to 40 mph are possible during this time across our area. KESQ Blowing sand and dust may continue to reduce visibility and overall air quality. Moderate air quality
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Within the Mexican culture, there is a sport full of magic and color. Here in the Coachella Valley, girls are preserving this rich, grace-filled tradition. At a ranch in Indio Hills – 10 young girls – ride their horse’s side saddle at full speed. Wearing their lavish traditional dresses inspired by the adelitas – the
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After yesterday’s record setting pace we’re in for another warm afternoon in the Valley (though not quite as warm as yesterday). High pressure remains in place, so highs will span the upper 80s today, just below record levels. The front to our north will arrive overnight Thursday, increasing winds and bringing a solid chance of
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If you want to see what’s next in the world of high-end style, you don’t have to travel far to be part of the largest consumer fashion show on the west coast. “Fashion Week El Paseo” will kick off on March 19 in Palm Desert. After taking last year off because of the pandemic, the
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Viewers are capturing some great pics of our incredible views this morning: Linda Loetscher Michael Riley Pat MacDonell Peter Lazich Low pressure moving out will leave cold air in place through today and tomorrow, with highs only in the 60s. Expect cold conditions again tomorrow morning as well, with Frost and Freeze concerns throughout SoCal.
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That’s actually a question we get asked quite often in the weather department. Moe Brett sent in some video on February 22, 2022 during a High Wind Warning, showing a large column of dust. Moe also asked that same question. This was definitely a dust devil. Dust devils form at the surface from swirling winds,
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After a night of snow in our local mountains, gusty winds, and light rain here in the Valley, things are calming down weather-wise. Look at the fresh snow in Long Valley behind the Mountain Tram station! Snowfall was impressive: Rainfall last night in the early morning hours came in below 0.10″ for the Coachella Valley,
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There’s a newfound appreciation and fascination for Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz with several projects about the couple’s marriage and career. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with their daughter, Palm Springs resident Lucie Arnaz, about how her parents are being remembered.
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The Coachella Valley is in region 3 of Cal/OSHA region. To contact our region office visit: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/districtoffices.htm Or call Region 3 – Santa Ana Regional Office Kathy Derham, Regional Manager 2 MacArthur Place, Suite 720Santa Ana, CA 92707 Phone:(714) 558-4300Fax:(714) 558-4083Email:DIRDOSHRegionIII@dir.ca.gov or Michael Loupe, District Manager 464 W. 4th Street, Ste. 332San Bernardino, CA 92401 phone:(909)
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A High Wind Warning (formerly a Wind Advisory) for the Inland Empire will expire at 4 p.m. today, but it will remain gusty through the early part of the day. You can see that the Warning runs right along the edges of the Valley. The broader view shows not only the High Wind Warning but
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We continue to follow the debate over the proposal to change the voting districts in Palm Desert from two to five, which could go to the ballot later this year. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke in-depth about the issue with Carlos Garcia, of Drive4Five, a local organization pushing for the change citing a lack
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Yesterday highs capped off in the mid-80s and more of those warm temps are on the way through the weekend. A Heat Advisory begins at 11 a.m. for areas of the Inland Empire, LA and Orange counties, some of those advisories will last into the weekend as highs remain 15-20 degrees above average in those
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Meetings will be held: District 2 – Feb. 15 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Victoria Park, 2744 N. Via Miraleste;District 3 – Feb. 16 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros;District 5 – Feb. 17 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Cahuilla Elementary School, 833 E.
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An Excessive Heat Watch (likely becoming a Warning) goes into effect tomorrow at 11 a.m. for the Inland Empire and Coastal communities in Orange and Los Angeles counties, and will last through 6 p.m. Friday as daytime highs soar 10-15 degrees above normal. The Coachella Valley is not included in that Excessive Heat Watch, but
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Greg Wallis joined News Channel 3 to discuss his campaign for the new 47th Assembly District here in the Coachella Valley.
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