Special Weather Statement — Watonwan County, Minnesota
The National Weather Service issues this alert when conditions in the area meet its criteria — check the details below for what to expect.
Current Status
⚠️ Active: Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued August 9 at 7:35AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Thunderstorms with heavy rain will cause minor flooding in the following counties... Faribault...Martin...Blue Earth...Watonwan... * Until 1030 AM CDT. * At 734 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding in the area. 2 to 4 inches of rain have fallen, with totals up to 4.5 inches possible. * Some locations that will experience minor flooding include... Fairmont, Blue Earth, Madelia, Mapleton, Winnebago, Sherburn, Truman, Minnesota Lake, Welcome, Elmore, Good Thunder, and Amboy.
Effective August 9, 2026 at 8:35 AM ET · Expires August 9, 2026 at 11:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Special Weather Statement
Severity
moderate
Issued By
NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Expires
August 9, 2026 at 11:30 AM ET
Last Checked
2 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Also In Effect For
This same Special Weather Statement also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Special Weather Statement mean for Watonwan County, Minnesota?
The National Weather Service issues this alert when conditions in the area meet its criteria — check the details below for what to expect.
Is this Special Weather Statement currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 hours ago). It's set to expire August 9, 2026 at 11:30 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Special Weather Statement alerts for Watonwan County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Special Weather Statement is also in effect for Martin County.