On Monday, a moderate risk of severe weather is forecasted for the Twin Cities, central and southern Minnesota, and southwestern Wisconsin. This rare setup may bring tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and frequent lightning. The first storm round is expected around 5 a.m., followed by a lull until the more severe late afternoon/early evening storms. Minneapolis officials urge residents to prepare by knowing how to receive alerts, identifying safe shelter areas, and securing outdoor items. Charging devices and having flashlights ready for possible outages is also recommended. Stay updated through the FOX 9 Weather app.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – On Monday, there is a moderate risk of severe weather affecting the Twin Cities and much of central and southern Minnesota, extending into west central and southwestern Wisconsin.
Such severe storm setups are uncommon for Minnesota. It’s essential to ensure you can receive storm warnings wherever you may be on Monday.
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Moderate risk of severe storms on Monday
FOX 9 weather forecast. (FOX 9)
What does this imply?:
What does this imply?: A moderate risk indicates a level four out of five for severe weather. Widespread severe weather is anticipated, potentially including multiple tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and frequent lightning on Monday.
Timeline for potential severe storms
First round:
The initial wave of storms is expected to impact the metro area around 5 a.m. Monday, with the likelihood of large hail.
We can expect a lull by early afternoon, allowing the atmosphere to regroup and destabilize for the subsequent wave.
Second round:
The most significant threat for severe storms will be in the late afternoon and early evening. All types of severe weather are possible: large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes.
The threat of tornadoes will depend on storm structure and the amount of sunshine on Monday afternoon:
- If discrete supercells form ahead of the main squall line, we could see strong and intense tornadoes.
- If storms develop linearly, expect weaker, short-lived tornadoes and embedded straight-line winds.
How to prepare for severe storms
Here’s what you can do:
Create a severe weather safety plan. Ensure you have ways to receive alerts and updates.
Review shelter options for safety, whether at home, school, or in public spaces. Establish a communication plan with family and friends.
Stay connected with FOX 9 for ongoing updates throughout the weekend.
City of Minneapolis advisory
What officials are saying:
Minneapolis city officials encourage residents to “be weather aware and take precautions” in anticipation of the severe storms expected on Monday.
The city has echoed warnings from meteorologists, stating that “tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and frequent lightning” are a likely part of Monday’s forecast.
Due to the heightened risk of severe weather, city officials have shared the following advice:
- Ensure access to weather alerts.
- Be prepared to seek shelter in a basement or an interior room on the lowest level if alerts are issued.
- Secure outdoor furniture and decorations to prevent damage from strong winds.
- Clear leaves and debris from drainage areas to facilitate proper water flow.
- Prepare for potential power outages by charging devices and having a flashlight available.
Additional tips can be found here, and Minneapolis alerts can be received by texting MPLSAlerts to 77295 or signing up here.
The Source: This story utilized information from the FOX 9 weather forecast and a news release from the City of Minneapolis.