Severe Storms Likely Saturday for the High Plains and Upper Mississippi Valley

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16 Jun 2018 5:29 AM
We are looking at a strong chance for large hail, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes over parts of Central Minnesota down into Western Nebraska.  Heavy rain will also be a high risk for these areas meaning flooding potential.

Severe Outlook

  You can see a slight and enhanced risk of severe storms today for southern Central Minnesota down into Western Nebraska.  Cities like Duluth, Fergus Falls and Fargo will need to be weather aware today for the risk of severe weather.

Severe Risks

    The tornado and damaging wind risks will be the highest threat in these areas.  Especially for the Duluth area where we could extreme winds and tornadoes this afternoon and evening.

Forecast

Storm chances will be in the forecast throughout the morning and into the afternoon.  The severe weather risk should increasing by the late morning and continue through the evening. You can see the timing for today's severe storms will be during the afternoon and evening hours.  Keep checking WeatherNation for the very latest updates.   Meteorologist Patrick Crawford
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