Tornado warnings, severe storms pass through Minnesota Friday

A comfortable Friday that began with rain and spotty sunshine will pave way for potentially serious storms throughout Minnesota later in the evening.

MN weather: Rainfall totals from Wednesday's storms
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Multiple rounds of showers and storms brought beneficial rainfall to much of Minnesota, with some locations picking up more than an inch of rain. Here's a look at the highest rainfall totals from Wednesday's storms.

MN weather: Clouds develop into potential storms Wednesday evening
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The last Wednesday of spring brings clouds and spotty showers that could develop into potential storms later in the day, particularly toward the southern portions of the state.

Developing system could become Tropical Storm Arthur
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Hurricane season is officially underway, and the first storm of the season is developing along the Texas coast. Heavy rain is expected to cause issues from Houston to New Orleans. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the latest.

Americans expected to pay more to cool homes this summer, new research finds

Staying cool this summer is about to become an expensive necessity for Americans with residential cooling expenses soaring for the average family to use their air conditioning units, according to a new report.

MN weather: Widespread wind damage reported in Hoffman
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The City of Hoffman, located just west of Alexandra, suffered widespread damage early Wednesday morning after severe storms caused damaging winds in the area. It caused trees and power lines to go down, and even flipped over train cars and campers.

Roseville neighborhood one of many hit hard by severe storms
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Storm damage from Wednesday morning’s severe weather has left some Twin Cities homes at risk for more trouble if rain returns soon. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard was in Roseville surveying some of the damage left behind.

Storms cause damage across Twin Cities
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Sever storms from overnight Tuesday into Wednesday has brought damage across the Twin Cities. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. 

Minnesota weather: Hoffman has widespread damage, power out after severe storms

Severe storms tore through parts of Minnesota late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning, and the small town of Hoffman was hit especially hard.

MN weather: Overnight storms topple trees, cause damage across Minnesota

Strong thunderstorms that swept through Minnesota overnight left behind downed trees, property damage and power outages. Meanwhile, another round of severe weather possible Wednesday afternoon and evening.

Tree falls onto Minneapolis home during strong storms
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Strong thunderstorms that swept through Minnesota overnight left behind downed and uprooted trees in Minneapolis. One tree fell onto a home, causing damage. FOX 9's Hannah Flood reports.

MN weather: Severe storms possible in MN Wednesday afternoon

After overnight thunderstorms exit Minnesota early Wednesday morning, the atmosphere will recharge for another round of potentially severe storms this afternoon and evening. Here’s what to expect.

MN weather: More severe storms possible Wednesday
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Overnight storms are clearing Wednesday morning, but another round of strong to severe thunderstorms is possible in the afternoon and evening. These storms carry a threat of large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz has the forecast.

MN weather: Overnight storms leave thousands without power
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More than 50,000 Xcel Energy customers in Minnesota lost power as storms moved through the state overnight into Wednesday morning. FOX 9 meteorologist Cody Matz breaks down what happened during the latest round of storms. 

MN weather: Thunderstorms moved across Minnesota, Twin Cities metro early Wednesday

Strong thunderstorms swept across Minnesota overnight, producing heavy downpours, lightning, thunder, and gusty winds. There's another chance for storms on Wednesday afternoon.

Thunderstorms push into Twin Cities metro early Wednesday
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FOX 9 Meteorologist Ian Leonard is tracking severe storms rolling into Minnesota overnight. As of 3 a.m., a line of thunderstorms has pushed into the Twin Cities metro, with reports of 40+ mph wind gusts, thunder, and lightning.

MN weather: Ian Leonard tracks overnight severe weather
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FOX 9 Meteorologist Ian Leonard is tracking severe storms rolling into Minnesota overnight. The Twin Cities metro is under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 7 a.m.