UPDATE… The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded Monday’s severe risk for much of central and Southern Minnesota. It is looking more and more likely that severe storms with the potential to produce tornadoes will move across parts of central and southern Minnesota and northern Iowa
The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded parts of central and southern Minnesota into western Wisconsin to a medium risk (3 out of 5). That means a higher likelihood of severe storms, and some of those storms could be intense.
I’m also including the tornado outlook, which shows the percentage probability of a tornado within 25 miles of any given point.
Storms are expected to develop late Monday afternoon into the evening along a warm front. Exactly where that boundary sets up will determine where the highest threat occurs, but confidence is increasing that at least part of our area will be impacted.
Bottom line, be weather aware on Monday. Check the weather and check it often. Have a way to get the latest warnings and updates. If you do not have it, download the KEYC First Alert weather app. It is a great way to get updates from the weather team. And have your severe weather safety plan ready to rock and roll. That is the most important thing. If you know where to go and what to do when storms strike, there is a good chance you will be safe…