Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 28 at 5:51PM CDT until April 28 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 28, 2025 - 3:51pm
Expires:
April 28, 2025 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 551 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 6 miles northeast of Owatonna, moving east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter 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.
Locations impacted include...
Owatonna, Merton, Moland and Rice Lake State Park.
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:
Steele, MN
Forcast Office:
NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN