The National Weather Service says there's a risk of severe weather across parts of Central Minnesota this evening & tonight.

A large swath of Minnesota is under a risk for severe thunderstorms, including the western part of the 98.1 listening area. Severe wind gusts and damaging hail are the most likely hazards, but a tornado can't be ruled out.

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From the National Weather Service this morning: There is a chance of strong to severe thunderstorms in western Minnesota this evening and overnight. The main threats are large hail and damaging winds.

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