Minnesota Tornado Warning | Effective 04/13/2026 19:44

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 13 at 9:44PM CDT until April 13 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 13, 2026 - 7:44pm
Expires: 
April 13, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description: 
At 944 PM CDT, a severe squall line capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage was located near Fountain, or near Preston, moving east at 50 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. 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. These dangerous storms will be near... Lanesboro around 950 PM CDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Whalan, Arendahl, and Isinours.
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid 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. This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Area Description: 
Fillmore, MN
Forcast Office: 
NWS La Crosse WI