KSJD's Outdoor Report
The KSJD Daily Outdoor Report provides listeners with the latest weather updates, outdoor activity forecasts, and environmental news, keeping you informed on conditions across the Four Corners region.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 1 minutes
- Episodes
- 56
- Years Active
- 2025
Lightning Safety Tips for the Mountain West
Lightning strikes millions of times each year across the U.S., especially in the Mountain West. Learn safety tips to reduce your risk, from sheltering indoors to staying low when storms roll in.
00:01:25 |
Fri 05 Sep 2025
Study Warns Severe Wildfires in the West Could Triple by Mid-Century
A new study shows severe wildfires in western U.S. forests are accelerating and could triple by mid-century without expanded management strategies.
00:01:37 |
Thu 04 Sep 2025
Southwest Faces Persistent Drought and Major Groundwater Losses
Drought lingers in the Four Corners as NASA data shows 28 million acre-feet of groundwater lost across the Colorado River Basin since 2002.
00:01:57 |
Wed 03 Sep 2025
Moisture Shift Brings Wetter Weekend Ahead for the Four Corners
High pressure keeps skies mostly clear today, but moisture arriving by Thursday will bring cooler, wetter conditions and a flash flood risk near burn scars.
00:01:27 |
Tue 02 Sep 2025
La Niña Outlook, Drought Persistence, and McPhee Reservoir Levels
The National Weather Service projects a brief La Niña this fall, with drought persisting across the Four Corners. McPhee Reservoir sits 16.5 feet lower than last year.
00:01:43 |
Wed 27 Aug 2025
Private Equity’s Grip on Skateboarding and What Comes Next
A new report shows private equity hollowed out skateboarding brands, leaving debt and layoffs. Independent shops and rider-owned companies offer a way forward.
00:01:42 |
Tue 26 Aug 2025
Storms bring heavy rain, hail, and flash flood risk to region
Widespread storms bring heavy rain, hail, and flash flood risks across western Colorado and eastern Utah, with cooler temps lasting through the week.
00:02:01 |
Mon 25 Aug 2025
Stoner Mesa Fire Nears 10,000 Acres, 27% Contained
The Stoner Mesa Fire burning in Dolores County has reached nearly 9,900 acres and is 27 percent contained. Crews are battling flare-ups along the western edge as aircraft drop retardant and ground cr…
00:01:38 |
Thu 21 Aug 2025
Colorado Launches ColoradoRiver.com at Water Congress
Gov. Polis unveiled ColoradoRiver.com, a new hub for river data, maps, and policy updates, at the Colorado Water Congress in Steamboat Springs.
00:01:53 |
Wed 20 Aug 2025
Hot, Dry Weather Continues in the Four Corners Region
Above-normal heat continues across the Four Corners, with valley highs near 100 and limited storms. Widespread showers expected by the weekend.
00:01:19 |
Tue 19 Aug 2025
Tips for Staying Healthy in Wildfire Smoke
Learn how to protect yourself from wildfire smoke, from timing outdoor activities to keeping indoor air clean during fire season.
00:01:42 |
Thu 14 Aug 2025
Why Cloud Seeding Can’t Put Out Wildfires
Cloud seeding isn’t a magic wildfire fix — it needs existing clouds, offers minimal rain increase, and can be risky during active fires.
00:01:44 |
Wed 13 Aug 2025
Juliana v. United States: Climate Lawsuit’s Lasting Legacy
The Juliana v. U.S. case ended this year, but its legacy fuels youth-led climate rights movements and inspires new state-level legal actions.
00:01:28 |
Tue 12 Aug 2025
Fire Weather, Smoke, and Midweek Storm Chances
Breezy, dry conditions bring localized fire danger today in the Four Corners, with smoke impacts and midweek chances for storms and rain.
00:01:30 |
Mon 11 Aug 2025
Red Flag Warnings Continue Through Saturday in the Four Corners
Critical fire weather continues in the Four Corners through Saturday, with strong winds, hot temperatures, and low humidity keeping wildfire danger high.
00:01:52 |
Fri 08 Aug 2025
Millipedes May Hold Clues to Future Neurological Treatments
Researchers found neuroactive compounds in millipedes that may lead to treatments for chronic pain and neurological disorders.
00:01:43 |
Thu 07 Aug 2025
Report: Toxic Chemicals Pose Growing Threat to Health and Water
A new global report finds toxic chemicals in packaging, pesticides, and personal care products are linked to cancer, infertility, and ecosystem damage worldwide.
00:01:52 |
Wed 06 Aug 2025
Red Flag Warnings Issued Across the Four Corners
Fire weather alerts continue across the Four Corners with gusty winds, dry air, and high fire danger through Thursday. Burn bans are in effect—stay safe and alert.
00:01:40 |
Tue 05 Aug 2025
Andy Adams: The Cowboy Who Told It Straight
Andy Adams turned real cowboy life into classic Western fiction. Learn how his legacy shaped the myth and reality of the American cowboy.
00:01:28 |
Mon 04 Aug 2025
New “Super Sponge” Targets Toxic Forever Chemicals in Water
University of Utah researchers develop a glowing, reusable material that removes PFOA “forever chemicals” from water in minutes—even in tough conditions.
00:01:04 |
Thu 31 Jul 2025
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