Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 23 at 11:14AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 23, 2026 - 9:14am
Expires:
June 23, 2026 - 9:45am
Description:
At 1113 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
capable of producing a landspout near Parkers Prairie, or 19 miles
north of Alexandria, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds
could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured
objects.
Locations impacted include...
Parkers Prairie, Urbank, Almora, and Wrightstown.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel
clouds. This type of funnel cloud is harmless, but on rare occasions
they can briefly touch down, producing wind gusts over 50 mph. If a
funnel cloud is spotted move indoors and report your sighting to the
National Weather Service.
Area Description:
East Otter Tail
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender: