City of Minneapolis urges residents to be prepared for severe storms

The Brief

  • The City of Minneapolis is urging residents to be ready for the potential for severe weather on Monday.
  • The Twin Cities and much of southern Minnesota are under a moderate risk of severe weather.
  • The severe weather is expected to come in two waves.

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) The City of Minneapolis is warning residents as the potential of severe storms looms on Monday.

Minneapolis warning

What you can do:

The City of Minneapolis sent out a warning on Sunday, asking residents to prepare for the potential of severe storms.

The warning includes a list of reminders, including:

  • Make sure you can receive severe weather alerts. You can download the FOX 9 Weather app to get live storm alerts and track any severe weather. You can also sign up for alerts from the city here.
  • Be ready to shelter, if needed, in a basement or interior room on the lowest level of your home.
  • Secure outdoor furniture and décor in preparation for strong winds.
  • Clear leaves and debris from in front of catch basins to ensure water can get to the drain.
  • Prepare for potential power outages by charging devices and having a flashlight on hand.

Severe weather preparedness

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