Storms batter central Minnesota and Wisconsin
Hail and wind damage just misses the Twin Cities. Heat index values reach 117 in Lakeville, Minn.
Go Deeper.
Create an account or log in to save stories.
Like this?
Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.
It was a direct hit for central Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin — and a close call for the Twin Cities.
Severe thunderstorms rolled through central Minnesota into northwest Wisconsin as forecast Friday afternoon. The impressive super cell produced baseball-sized hail in Pine County, Minn., and winds that gusted to 84 mph in Wisconsin.
Wind gusted to near hurricane force in Cushing, Wis., for 5 minutes.
Doppler radar indicated several tornado vortex signatures Friday afternoon. It will take time to sort out damage reports to see if any tornadoes touched down. This rotation was from near Pine City.
Turn Up Your Support
MPR News helps you turn down the noise and build shared understanding. Turn up your support for this public resource and keep trusted journalism accessible to all.
Hottest day of 2019
Heat and humidity levels soared to the highest level in eight years in parts of Minnesota. The heat index hit 117 in Lakeville in the south metro area.
I saw a dew point of 83 degrees in Crystal, Minn.
Relief ahead
Cooler temperatures move in this weekend. Highs in the 70s to low 80s and dew points in the 50s will feel very comfortable into early next week.
Dear reader,
Your voice matters. And we want to hear it.
Will you help shape the future of Minnesota Public Radio by taking our short Listener Survey?
It only takes a few minutes, and your input helps us serve you better—whether it’s news, culture, or the conversations that matter most to Minnesotans.
