NWS Confirms 8 Tornadoes Hit Southeast Minnesota and Western Wisconsin
The National Weather Service in La Crosse confirmed multiple tornadoes touched down across southeast Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Friday. Over 100 homes sustained damage, and one person in Iowa reported minor injuries.
Confirmed touchdowns and ratings
- EF0 near Sargeant and Oslo, Minnesota. Time: 1:46–1:49 p.m.
- EF0 in Oslo, Minnesota. Time: 1:53–2:02 p.m.
- EF2 in Stewartville and Marion Township, Minnesota. Time: 2:17–2:31 p.m.
- EF1 in Potsdam, Minnesota. Time: 2:30–2:54 p.m.
- EF2 in the Viola–Plainview area, Minnesota. Time: 2:46–3:00 p.m.
- EF3 in Cream, Wisconsin. Time: 3:27–3:43 p.m.
- EF1 in Blair, Wisconsin. Time: 4:08–4:17 p.m.
- EF1 in Requa, Wisconsin. Time: 4:19–4:24 p.m.
Warnings issued and historical notes
NWS La Crosse issued 26 tornado warnings that day. That is the highest single-day total since 1995.
Agency reports list eight tornadoes across the two states. NWS data confirm the sequence and ratings.
Local impacts and response
Filmogaz.com crews near Rochester worked Friday and Saturday. They observed damage to multiple homes and many trees.
Video from Filmogaz.com documented the aftermath. Local emergency teams assisted residents and assessed structures.
Damage assessment and injuries
More than 100 homes suffered damage across affected areas. Most damage was structural and to vegetation.
Officials reported a single minor injury in Iowa. No other serious injuries were confirmed at publication time.
Witness accounts and storm surveys will guide recovery and rebuilding. Officials urged residents to follow updates and safety guidance.
