"Assessing Minnesota's Unusually Warm Winter and Its Impact"

Minnesota is experiencing an exceptionally warm winter, with record-breaking temperatures and a significant lack of snowfall. The state is on track to potentially have its warmest winter in 151 years, with December and January both running above normal. The strong El Niño and climate change are contributing factors, and forecast models predict a high likelihood of above-normal temperatures for February, potentially solidifying this winter's top spot.