Category: Weather
An EF-2 tornado touched down in southwest Michigan, confirmed by the National Weather Service of Northern Indiana, with peak wind speeds of 115 mph.
Keywords: tornado, Michigan, National Weather Service
Source: WSBT
Update At: 8/8/2024
An EF-1 tornado struck Melrose, Minnesota, causing significant damage but no reported injuries. The community rallied together to support those affected, including the Klaphake family, whose property was severely damaged. Neighbors helped with cleanup and repairs following the storm.
CBS News
An EF-1 tornado with wind speeds of 95 mph touched down in Melrose, Minnesota, on Saturday night, causing damage but no reported injuries. Severe storms earlier in the day brought hail and damaging winds across the state, with Melrose being the only location to report a tornado.
KFGO
Severe storms impacted central Minnesota with reports of 3-4 inch hail and damaging winds up to 65 mph. A tornado was also suggested in Melrose. Another storm risk is anticipated for southern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities. Comfortable temperatures and dewpoints are expected, with rain continuing into Monday.
MPR News
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Melrose, causing damage to farms and businesses. Wind speeds reached 95 mph, and the tornado traveled a path of about four miles in six minutes. Approximately 5,000 customers lost power, and significant tree damage has been reported along local trails.
KNSI
An EF-1 tornado with 95 mph winds struck Melrose, MN, causing damage to farms and businesses, including Melrose Metal Works and Munson Feed. No injuries were reported. Additionally, an EF-0 tornado occurred in Kandiyohi and Meeker Counties, causing tree damage and minor structural issues.
Willmar Radio
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Melrose, MN, causing significant damage to buildings, homes, and trees, but no injuries were reported.
Voice of Alexandria
An EF-1 tornado with max winds of 95 mph was confirmed in Melrose, Minnesota, following severe storms that caused significant damage, including large hail and strong winds. Multiple severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings were issued across the state. Aerial photos show the destruction, with one home severely impacted.
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Evening weather forecast indicates partly cloudy skies transitioning to cloudy conditions after midnight with a low temperature of 72F and winds from the NNE at 10 to 15 mph.
Henry Herald
Tornado watches and warnings have been issued for parts of Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin as storms move through the region. Reports of tornadoes have been confirmed in Darfur, St. James, and Wells, Minnesota, prompting shelter advisories in affected areas. Thousands are without power in the Twin Cities.