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Minnesota Power reported at least thirty trees were downed along with some broken powerlines.
Multiple trees were snapped blocking a road. Downed power lines were also reported in the area.
The tornado crossed into Cass County from Wadena County along County Road 30 just south of 84th Street Southwest and tracked northeast for about half a mile before lifting just after crossing 84th Street Southwest. The tornado blew a center pivot irrigation system across 84th Street Southwest, snapping power poles in the process. No other damage was observed. The time of the tornado was estimated by radar and peak winds were around 100 mph.
Multiple trees were down onto power lines and buildings. One tree had an estimated diameter of 12 to 14 inches based on a photo that was received.
A tornado caused damage in southwest Cass County, mainly across Poplar Township. The tornado began near the Poplar Cemetery and tracked north-northeast. Around a dozen power poles were snapped near the base along 60th St SW to the west of Highway 64 along with numerous tree damage, including several very healthy pine trees with trunks 12-18 inches in diameter snapped at the base. A small piece of farm equipment was also tossed roughly 100 yards. Significant tree damage was observed along Highway 64 around the intersection of 56 St SW, with damage continuing to the northeast into a wetland/bog-type landscape that was inaccessible. Peak winds were estimated to be 105 mph.
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What is Power Outage?
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);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- 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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Walker, Minnesota
| City | Walker |
| County | Cass |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 56484 |
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