Storms Heavily Damage Camp Ripley

FORT RIPLEY - Storms knocked down roofs, trees and damaged vehicles throughout the garrison areas of the National Guard's Camp Ripley Training Center on Thursday.

The Minnesota National Guard says storm cells passed through Morrison County just after 10:00 p.m. Several buildings used for housing, training and maintenance received major damage.

There was also heavy damage to the nearly completed solar garden that was set to be dedicated this week. The dedication has now been postponed until further notice.

There were no injuries from the severe weather.

Damage assessments are continuing through Thursday.