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Severe Thunderstorm Outbreak Possible in the Upper Midwest on Monday

Multiple corridors of severe thunderstorms are expected across the Upper Midwest on Monday into Monday night, with a regional severe weather outbreak possible. The most dangerous period is likely during the late afternoon and evening when strong tornado potential should be maximized. Scattered large to very large hail and damaging winds are likely as well. Read More >

Did you know that your NWS in Aberdeen offers a wealth of information to alert you of potential or imminent severe weather and flooding?   Below is a list of severe weather products, as well the product descriptions and intended response.

 

Severe Weather Warnings and Outlooks
Product
Description
Awareness & Action Level
Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued at least once by 6 AM and is updated when conditions warrant. Alerts you of potential weather hazards.   Stay tuned to later statements and be alert for the development of hazardous weather.
Severe Weather Watches Issued when conditions become favorable for the development of severe weather. Prepare and take necessary precautions in the event a warning is issued or severe weather is observed.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued when severe weather (3/4" hail or larger and/or winds in excess of 58 mph) is imminent. Take immediate action to save lives and property.
Tornado Warning Issued when a tornado is imminent and has been spotted or indicated by doppler radar. Take immediate action to save lives and property.
Severe Weather Statement Issued to update the status of severe weather warnings and give specific details on the location and severity of storms.  
Local Storm Reports Issued to inform you of actual severe weather occurrences.  

 

Flood Warnings and Outlooks
Product
Description
Awareness & Action Level
Flood Potential Outlook Issued 36 to 72 hours before potential flood events. Stay tuned to later statements and be alert for the development of flooding.
Flood Watch Issued when conditions become favorable for flooding. Prepare and take necessary precautions in the event a warning is issued or flooding is observed.
Flash Flood Warning Issued when rapid and life threatening water rises are imminent. Take immediate action to save lives and property.
Flood Warning Issued for main stem river flooding or over land flooding for an extended period of time. Take immediate action to save lives and property.
Flash Flood & Flood Statements Issued to update the status of warnings and watches, and give specific details on the locations and severity of flooding.   


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