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An Extreme Heat Warning runs Sunday, July 12 through Tuesday, July 14; highs will be in the mid‑90s with heat‑index values near 100°F. Cooling centers are open.
Sunny Saturday with a high near 90°F and a multi‑day heat wave through Tuesday. Cooling centers are available across the Twin Cities.
Clear morning with a high near 88°F Friday. A multi‑day heat wave will push highs into the 90s early next week.
Coon Rapids approved extra watering limits this week — early-morning hours and the odd/even schedule — and is asking residents to reduce nonessential water use as drought tightens.
Patchy fog clears Thursday in Minneapolis, then a multi-day heat wave builds into next week. Expect upper-80s this weekend and 90s by Monday and Tuesday.
Severe storms lashed northwest Minnesota Monday night, producing golf‑ball hail, damaging winds and a tornado confirmed near Rochert outside Detroit Lakes.
Late-night storms may bring damaging winds and heavy rain. Heat climbs into the 90s by the weekend.
Forecasters warn strong to severe storms could hit Minnesota Monday night through Wednesday, with central Minnesota facing heavy rain, damaging winds and localized flooding.
Storms forced Coon Rapids to pause its July 4 celebration; officials urged attendees to seek shelter and warned that fireworks and departures could be delayed.
Patchy fog clears mid‑morning; highs near 86°F with a slight chance of afternoon storms. Watch for a stronger storm cluster late Tuesday into Wednesday.
Muggy morning and highs near 85°F in Minneapolis. Isolated afternoon-to-evening storms are possible—have a rain plan for evening events.
Mostly cloudy and muggy with scattered storms possible today and again tonight. Holiday travel may be spotty—check transit before you go.
Pleasant Lake’s private beach is closed after tests found algae toxins. Consultants will sample the lake this summer and write a management plan.
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