Strong storms possible throughout the night
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A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 11 p.m. for central and eastern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities and Duluth, and much of northern Wisconsin. High temperatures and humidity make it easier for storms to develop quickly.
Tornado warnings were also issued for parts of Anoka and Washington counties Saturday evening.
Tornado Warning including Forest Lake MN, Hugo MN, Scandia MN until 6:45 PM CDT pic.twitter.com/ystM8XHL1B
— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) July 18, 2020
Tornado Warning including Coon Rapids MN, Blaine MN, Andover MN until 6:30 PM CDT pic.twitter.com/6ERIhchHJT
— NWS Tornado (@NWStornado) July 18, 2020
A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect in Anoka County until 6:15 p.m. Saturday.
Quarter-sized hail and gusts of wind reaching 60 mph were reported in the area, potentially damaging vehicles, houses and trees.
Looking ahead to Sunday, we should get somewhat of a break from the heat and humidity. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high of 83 and a low of 64 at night.