The National Weather Service issued several severe thunderstorm warnings Friday night which brought heavy rain and gusty winds through central Minnesota.
High winds, large hail, and the threat of tornadoes were all in a line of strong storms that moved across central Minnesota Monday. Parts of Stearns, Morrison and Todd Counties were all under tornado and thunderstorm warnings. Parts of Benton and Sherburne counties had severe thunderstorm warnings issued.
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for several counties in north central Minnesota, including Stearns and Benton counties until 11:00 p.m..
There is an Enhanced Risk of severe thunderstorms late this afternoon and tonight for much of central Minnesota, with a slight risk of severe thunderstorms for southern Minnesota into west central Wisconsin.
Storms knocked down roofs, trees and damaged vehicles throughout the garrison areas of the National Guard's Camp Ripley Training Center. A damage survey was conducted. It was concluded to be a weak tornado of EF-1 rating.