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Severe Storms Possible Tomorrow

Possible Severe Hazards Thursday

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Isolated severe storms are possible tomorrow afternoon and evening. The primary window for activity is between 2 PM and 11 PM. Main threats include wind gusts up to 70 mph, with hail and an isolated/brief tornado also possible. Brief heavy rain could also lead to locally heavy rainfall of 2"+, leading to ponding and minor flash flooding.

Isolated severe storms are possible Thursday afternoon and evening. The primary hazard across the Northland with any severe storms will be damaging winds up to 70mph, but areas from the Brainerd Lakes into NW WI also have a minor risk for large hail and isolated weak tornadoes. Additionally, pockets of heavy rain could lead to ponding of water or localized minor flooding.

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