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Southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin could see 

Storms are expected to develop between about 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. and continue into the evening. Heavy winds and tornadoes are possible, with potential tennis ball-sized hail. 

Severe storms possible Monday afternoon

Tornado watch includes southern Minnesota until 10 p.m.

Drivers should avoid traveling in the worst of the weather if possible and get off the road if heavy hail starts or if visibility is too challenging, said Minnesota Department of Transportation spokesperson Anne Meyer. 

“Don’t stop on the freeway, don’t stop underneath a bridge. You want to get off the roadway completely and get to an area to really wait out for better weather,” she said. 

Meyer said drivers should keep an eye on the forecast for their location and destination before heading out. 

“These spring storms can change throughout the day,” Meyer said. “Definitely stay up-to-date.”

The most severe storms are expected in southeastern Minnesota, including Rochester, Mankato and the Twin Cities. 

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MnDOT said drivers should avoid traveling in the worst of the weather if possible and get off the road if heavy hail starts or if visibility is too challenging.

Severe weather could bring large hail, dangerous conditions for drivers

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