Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Bottineau, McHenry, Renville and Ward, North Dakota

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Bottineau, McHenry, Renville and Ward Counties in North Dakota.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 6:00 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 7:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

Severe thunderstorms were located along a line from over Glenburn to over Surrey, or along a line from 21 miles north of Minot to near Minot, moving northeast at 30 mph

Hazards

70 mph wind gusts and small hail

Potential Impact

Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings

Locations Mentioned

Minot, Minot Air Force Base, Surrey, Glenburn, Lansford, Granville, Upham, Newburg, Deering, Maxbass, Denbigh, Norwich, Russell, Bantry, Wolseth and Eckman

Areas Affected

The warning covers Bottineau, McHenry, Renville and Ward Counties in North Dakota.

Safety Information

Anyone outdoors should move to shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. These storms have produced widespread damaging winds. Wind damage with these storms will occur before any rain or lightning. Do not wait for the sound of thunder before taking cover. Seek shelter immediately inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows.