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Sonoran Sky

Sonoran Sky

By: Arizona's Family (3TV & CBS 5)
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Lovers of Arizona, join us under the Sonoran Sky! Each week, Arizona's Family First Alert Meteorologists will bring you in-depth and entertaining conversations on our state's weather, natural wonders, gardening, hiking, and outdoor activities. Your time under the Sonoran Sky will help you understand how the weather impacts your life.

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Episodes
  • A River No More: Will overuse of water doom the last, free-flowing desert river in Arizona?

    A River No More: Will overuse of water doom the last, free-flowing desert river in Arizona?
    Nov 5 2025

    The San Pedro River is in southern Arizona, flowing north out of Mexico past Sierra Vista and For Huachuca. In recent years, the San Pedro has come under tremendous pressure due to drought and increased usage of the ground water in the area. The river’s flows are trending drier. On this week’s Sonoran Sky podcast, Meteorologist Royal Norman talked with Kim Schonek of The Nature Conservancy who is optimistic that the river can be saved.
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    24 mins
  • The Great American Supergrid with Mike Nelson

    The Great American Supergrid with Mike Nelson
    Oct 29 2025

    Mike Nelson is a highly respected retired broadcast meteorologist. He envisions a future with something he calls The Great American SuperGrid that transmits renewable energy around the country, and he joined Sonoran Sky to discuss the endeavor with Pete Mangione.
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    28 mins
  • Snowmaking to Tree Glading: What’s new this season for the Arizona Snowbowl

    Snowmaking to Tree Glading: What’s new this season for the Arizona Snowbowl
    Oct 22 2025

    Snow skiing is a part of the allure of Arizona for almost 90 years. Since 1938, folks have headed up to Flagstaff to ski on the state’s highest peak, which happens to be a dormant volcano! On this edition of Sonoran Sky, First Alert Meteorologist Sean McLaughlin takes you through the upcoming ski season, from enhanced snowmaking to something called tree glading, it’s everything you need to know before heading up to the southernmost major ski resort in the continental U.S.!

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    17 mins
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