Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Cottonwood 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 9:07PM CDT until August 20 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD
At 907 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Comfrey, or 19 miles north of Windom, moving southeast at 20 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. Locations impacted include... Comfrey.
Effective August 20, 2026 at 10:07 PM ET · Expires August 20, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Sioux Falls SD
Expires
August 20, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET
Last Checked
49 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. To report severe weather contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in Sioux Falls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Cottonwood 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 (49 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 20, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Cottonwood County?
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