On April 14, 1886, a devastating "cyclone" tore through St. Cloud, Sauk Rapids, and Rice, killing 72 people and injuring 213. It's still remembered as Minnesota's deadliest tornado.
I bet you haven't seen this video! Nearly 40 years ago a tornado popped up out without warning. Miraculously, the tornado was caught on camera by a news chopper.
This Thursday, Minnesota will host a statewide tornado drill at 1:45 PM and 6:45 PM, helping communities enhance their emergency preparedness during Severe Weather Awareness Week.
There were dozens of waterspouts reported this October in the Great Lakes. What causes them, and why do they show up this time of year? Are they as dangerous as a tornado?