Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Aitkin County, Minnesota
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 20 at 7:41PM CDT until August 20 at 8:45PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
SVRDLH The National Weather Service in Duluth MN has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Aitkin County in east central Minnesota... Northwestern Pine County in east central Minnesota... Southwestern Carlton County in northeastern Minnesota... Northeastern Crow Wing County in east central Minnesota... * Until 845 PM CDT. * At 740 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Crosslake, or 21 miles northeast of Brainerd, moving southeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * This severe thunderstorm will be near... Cuyuna around 750 PM CDT. Crosby and Deerwood around 755 PM CDT. Other locations in the path of this severe thunderstorm include Mille Lacs Lake and Malmo.
Effective August 20, 2026 at 8:41 PM ET · Expires August 20, 2026 at 9:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Duluth MN
Expires
August 20, 2026 at 9:45 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Aitkin County, Minnesota?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 20, 2026 at 9:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Aitkin County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Carlton County, Crow Wing County, Pine County.