Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 13 at 7:19PM CDT until April 13 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 13, 2026 - 5:19pm
Expires:
April 13, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 719 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Owatonna, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornado will be near...
Medford around 720 PM CDT. Owatonna around 725 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by the tornado include Owatonna Airport and
Clinton Falls.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from 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.
Area Description:
Rice, MN; Steele, MN
Forcast Office:
NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
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