Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Otter Tail 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 17 at 5:18PM CDT until August 17 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
At 518 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Bluffton, or 33 miles southeast of Detroit Lakes, moving southeast at 25 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... Wadena, Verndale, Bluffton, and Blue Grass.
Effective August 17, 2026 at 6:18 PM ET · Expires August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Grand Forks ND
Expires
August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Last Checked
2 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
A tornado watch remains in effect for the warned area. Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. Although a tornado is not immediately likely, if one is spotted act quickly and move to a place of safety inside a sturdy structure, such as a basement or small interior room. 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 Otter Tail 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 (2 hours ago). It's set to expire August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.
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