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Severe Storms, Wildfire Smoke Hit Minnesota This Weekend

7/21/2025

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A dry Friday evening awaits the Twin Cities, but storm clouds gather after sunset, with severe storms expected to roll into southwest Minnesota by 7 PM, unleashing 1 to 3 inches of rain. While the weekend remains clear, northern Minnesota braces for wildfire smoke and an Air Quality Alert. Next week promises warmer, more humid conditions.

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Story summary

A dry Friday evening awaits the Twin Cities, but storm clouds gather after sunset, with severe storms expected to roll into southwest Minnesota by 7 PM, unleashing 1 to 3 inches of rain. While the weekend remains clear, northern Minnesota braces for wildfire smoke and an Air Quality Alert. Next week promises warmer, more humid conditions.