Saturday Night Storm Leaves Damage, Power Outages Across Central Minnesota

Category: Weather

Severe weather in central Minnesota caused power outages for approximately 5,000 people, with reports of hail over two inches, high winds, and structural damage, particularly southeast of Sauk Centre.

Keywords: Severe Weather, Power Outages, Minnesota Tornado

Source: KNSI

Update At: 8/4/2024

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