Hail — Polk, Minnesota

2024-07-13 · near Winger, Polk, Minnesota

Event narrative

Public reports quarter sized hail 3 miles east of Winger.

Wider weather episode

Moderate to strong instability combined with sufficient shear and several shortwave troughs created chances for strong to severe storms. Hail, wind gusts, and reported tornadoes occurred.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1194367. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.