Cannon Falls, Minnesota: Funnel cloud spotted amid tornado warned storm affecting 20 counties; damage reported
NWS confirmed a funnel cloud near Cannon Falls in Goodhue County, Minnesota, after storm chaser Tanner Charles shared footage of the rotation.
A funnel cloud was observed in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, during a tornado warning storm that impacted 20 counties in the state. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed the rotation was a funnel cloud, as shared on social media by a storm chaser. The NWS issued a tornado watch until 9 pm Central Time for Minnesota, covering 21 counties.
Wisconsin also experienced the storm, with 9 counties under a tornado watch. The storm brought gusty winds up to 70mph, scattered hail, lightning, and rain to Minnesota. Damages were reported in Goodhouse County, with heavy rains and strong winds causing impacts on traffic. The storm is expected to dissipate later on Wednesday night, with clearing weather expected by Thursday morning.
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