Severe Thunderstorm Watch 274 issued across parts of Upper Midwest
newsJun 5, 20261720
The Storm Prediction Center issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch 274 for parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin and nearby Upper Midwest counties this evening. The watch warns of scattered damaging wind gusts up to 65 miles per hour and scattered large hail up to 1.5 inches in diameter. National Weather Service offices issued radar indicated severe thunderstorm warnings showing 60 mph winds and 1.25 inch hail for areas including Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, while a separate warning for Lac qui Parle County was canceled. These storms can topple trees, damage roofs and create hazardous driving conditions, so secure outdoor items and follow local watches and warnings.