Minnesota, Tornado and Weather
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Tornadoes, giant hail hit Minnesota during Monday's severe storms originally appeared on Bring Me The News. Severe thunderstorms resulted in at least two confirmed tornados in Minnesota on Monday, with huge hail and torrential rain also causing major problems.
A tornado remains on the ground between Nisswa and East Gull Lake, Minnesota, as of 4:47 p.m., according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The storm is moving east toward Merrifield. Officials have issued a tornado warning,
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Several parts of Minnesota were on a tornado watch on Monday, with twisters rapidly approaching populated areas like Minneapolis, Twin Cities, and St Paul
Tuesday will give Minnesota a break from stormy weather, but it won't last long. It'll be a quiet day, with drier air moving in behind Monday's front. Expect a high around 80, with partly sunny skies and lower humidity. Storm chances return late on Wednesday and again on Thursday.
NOAA weather radios across a large portion of central and southern Minnesota won’t broadcast storm warnings Monday should they be needed as the National Weather Service upgrades its system that delivers alerts.
"TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris," the warning said.
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FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul on MSNLive updates: Tornado warnings in central Minnesota, Twin Cities under watchExpect a warm and humid day on Monday with the chance of scattered strong storms later this afternoon and evening.
A Forecast First Alert continues for Monday evening. Severe storms are possible, and they could have big hail, strong winds, and a few tornadoes.Severe weather remains a concern this evening across Minnesota.