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EXTREME HEAT – SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK

Today’s Severe Weather Awareness Week topic is Extreme Heat.  Heat-related deaths account for more deaths in an average year in the United States than floods, tornadoes, lightning, and hurricanes combined, according to Crookston Firefighter Brian Hanson. “Heat-related fatalities outpace deaths in several other weather categories,” said Hanson.  “Based on the national average, excessive heat claimed

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WEDNESDAY’S SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK TOPIC IS FLOODING

The Severe Weather Awareness Week Topic for Wednesday is Floods and Flash Floods. Most years seasonal snowmelt can cause flooding, but flash floods can also impact Minnesotans. Some areas are more susceptible to flooding said Crookston Fire Fighter Chris Klawitter. “Floods are one of the most common natural hazards in Minnesota,” said Klawitter. “Seasonal snowmelt is

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SEVERE WEATHER, LIGHTNING, AND HAIL – SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK

The Tuesday topic for Severe Weather Awareness Week is Severe Weather, Lightning, and Hail.  Warm, humid conditions are favorable to storm development, and storms typically are small, producing heavy rain and wind over a relatively small area for a brief period of time. The average thunderstorm 15 miles in diameter and lasts approximately 30 minutes.

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MONDAY’S SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK TOPIC IS ALERTS AND WARNINGS

The Monday topic for Severe Weather Awareness Week is Weather Alerts and Warnings.  In the past 10 years, more than 55 people have died, and dozens more were injured due to weather-related events in Minnesota, not including motor vehicles.   The National Weather Service issues severe weather alerts.  There are three types of alerts –

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MINNESOTA SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK APRIL 12-16

The week of April 12-16, 2021 is designated Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week.  Severe Weather Awareness Week is a public education campaign promoted by the National Weather Service, Minnesota Department of Public Safety, and local Emergency Management Agencies.  Each day of the week features a different weather hazard, and two statewide tornado drills will be

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