< Minnesota Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/04/2026 18:39

Minnesota Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/04/2026 18:39

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 4 at 8:39PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 4, 2026 - 6:39pm
Expires: 
June 4, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description: 
At 839 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Ortonville, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Ortonville, Artichoke, Lagoona Beach, Artichoke Lake, and Big Stone Lake.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Aberdeen.
Area Description: 
Big Stone
Forcast Office: 
NWS Aberdeen SD