Steve Milne

Sacramento

Anchor and Reporter at KXJZ-FM (Sacramento, CA)

Morning News Anchor/Reporter, Capital Public Radio

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Third storm approaches Sacramento, answering skiers’ prayers

2 months ago | capradio.org | Steve Milne |Tony Rodriguez |Gerardo Zavala

Although Sacramento is enjoying a brief break from stormy weather today after two atmospheric river storms doused the region, a third system is expected to arrive tomorrow bringing with it more rain and cold temperatures.
Two Atmospheric River Storms Prompt Flood Watch

2 months ago | capradio.org | Steve Milne

The Sacramento region is in store for more rain this week after being inundated with rain over the weekend. The second of three atmospheric river storms begins moving through the area Monday, according to Eric Kurth, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Sacramento. It starts this afternoon at 4 p.m. and ends Wednesday morning. "We do have a Flood Watch in effect across the area from this afternoon to late Tuesday night," Kurth said.
Sacramento Zoo’s move to Elk Grove reaches first financial goal

2 months ago | capradio.org | Keyshawn Davis |Steve Milne

The Sacramento Zoo made progress last week and is on track to move to Elk Grove from Land Park with the announcement that the Sacramento Zoological Society reached its $17.5 million fundraising milestone. The proposed zoo will be a 65-acre site near Kammerer Road Lotz Parkway in Elk Grove. Although the milestone has been met, Elk Grove's city council members are divided on what to name the new zoo.
High temperatures and fire weather persist for Sacramento this week

Jul 8, 2024 | capradio.org | Steve Milne |Claire Morgan

While it likely won’t be as sweltering as last week, forecasters are still warning that dangerously hot temperatures will persist in the Sacramento region this week. Chris Hintz, a meteorologist with the weather service in Sacramento, said temperatures in the first half of the week will range around the upper 90s to low 100s. “Just looking at temperatures this morning, they're running about eight to 10 degrees cooler than they were yesterday morning at this time,” he told CapRadio.
‘Extreme’ high temperatures in Northern California trigger heat, fire warnings

Jul 2, 2024 | capradio.org | Steve Milne |Claire Morgan

Updated 4:54 p.m.An expected seven-day stretch of “major to extreme” high temperatures have prompted Northern California officials to issue heat, fire and power warnings. The heat set in on Monday, with high temperatures recorded at 102 degrees in downtown Sacramento, according to the National Weather Service. That heat is expected to be at its highest between Wednesday and Sunday, with little relief at night.
Sacramento expected to see Fourth of July heatwave

Jun 28, 2024 | capradio.org | Steve Milne

Brace yourself for a very hot Fourth of July in the Sacramento regionWeather forecasters are warning of hazardous heat next week in the Sacramento Valley, Northern San Joaquin Valley and surrounding foothills, with temperatures ranging from 105 to 115 and limited overnight relief. Hot weather isn't unusual during the Sacramento summer. But Chris Hintz, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Sacramento, said this much heat is not typical for early July.
Heat advisory issued for Sacramento region starting Tuesday

Jun 10, 2024 | capradio.org | Steve Milne

The heat is back, again. Monday’s high in Sacramento is expected to be 97 degrees, with Tuesday up to around 103. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the region south into Modesto, and an excessive heat warning for areas north of Yuba City starting Tuesday and ending Wednesday night. We have a Heat Advisory out for areas south of Yuba City, and an Excessive Heat Warning for areas north of that for Tuesday and Wednesday.
Forecasters expect triple-digit Sacramento temperatures this week, prompting excessive heat warning

Jun 3, 2024 | capradio.org | Steve Milne

Updated 3:54 p.m.Scorching triple-digit heat is forecast to hit the Sacramento region between Tuesday and Thursday. Eric Kurth with the National Weather Service in Sacramento says highs could hit 102 degrees on Tuesday, 104 on Wednesday and 99 on Thursday. “Confidence is high that this will be a significant heat event for much of the area,” he added. Major HeatRisk is expected this Tuesday through Thursday in much of the area.
Here’s why gas prices are jumping in Sacramento - capradio.org

Apr 12, 2024 | capradio.org | Steve Milne |Vicki Gonzalez

The price at the pump has ballooned in Sacramento and throughout the state as stations switch to the cleaner but more expensive summer blend, but also as global oil costs increase, according to AAA’s John Treanor.
Cold storm projected to bring rain and wind to Sacramento, blizzard warning to Sierra

Feb 29, 2024 | capradio.org | Steve Milne |Vicki Gonzalez |Claire Morgan

A Pacific storm packing powerful winds and heavy snow is shaping to be the strongest of the season, forecasters say, as it pushes toward Northern California with rain and wind in valley areas and potential blizzard conditions in the Sierra. Weather officials and first responders alike have a very clear message to prospective Tahoe travelers this weekend — stay home. Blizzard conditions are expected in areas above 2000 ft this afternoon through Saturday.