Severe storms are rolling through central Minnesota including the Twin Cities

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We’re still on track for potential severe weather Thursday across much of Minnesota. 

A couple rounds of storms may pack golf ball to baseball-size hail 2 to 3 inches in diameter Thursday across parts of Minnesota into Wisconsin. For the Twin Cities, two rounds of storms look likely — one in the morning and another in the afternoon.

my more detailed post on Thursday’s severe weather risk here

. Be alert for possible severe weather watches and warnings Thursday.

Higher humidity and lighter winds are gradually easing fire danger across Minnesota. Some rain may fall in the fire zone Thursday and Friday.

Fires are still burning and smoke will be an issue through at least Thursday afternoon. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has 

 for northern Minnesota until 4 p.m. Thursday.  

Paul Huttner

Author

Thursday’s brings severe weather risk to Minnesota. A couple rounds of storms could produce large hail and possible wind damage.

Severe storm risk Thursday; air quality alert extended for NE Minnesota

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, via Iowa State University

NOAA HRRR model between 4 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday.

Severe storm risk Thursday; air quality alert extended for NE Minnesota

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