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The high winds were measured by the AWOS at the Hallock airport. The winds also helped knock out the power to the AWOS.
This tornado snapped or uprooted numerous trees along its path. Several farm outbuildings, steel grain bins, and a steel pole shed were completely destroyed. One farmstead sized wooden grain elevator was completely dismantled and sections of it were thrown dozens of yards. Multiple power poles were snapped at different locations. Peak winds were estimated at 130 mph.
Many trees and branches were blown down across town. Shingles were torn off roofs and power poles were snapped. Some metal roofs, including the lumberyard storage building, were damaged in town. Some newly laid sod was blown onto a street. One tree fell on a garage and another fell on a pickup in the park.
News
Wintry weather up north; metro thunderstorm chance; chilly weekend ahead | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
Northern Minnesota will see very wintry weather Thursday, with heavy snow and areas of ice. We have an update on the winter storm and blizzard warnings up north, plus thunderstorm chances and plunging afternoon temperatures in the Twin Cities metro area.
Heavy snow, ice, wind rage across northern Minnesota; temps crash | MPR News MPR News Twitter Facebook Mail Heart
A significant wintry November storm is blasting our state, and it looks like the cold is here to stay.
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Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
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- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
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Hallock, Minnesota
| City | Hallock |
| County | Kittson |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 56728 |
The wind gust was measured by a NDAWN sensor. Trees were uprooted in this area and power poles were snapped. Numerous power outages were reported.