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Flash Flood — Morrison, MN

Jul 14, 2019

Several storms congealed in central Minnesota during the late afternoon, and early evening across Morrison County. These storms produced severe hail, some up to ping pong ball size near Little Falls. They also produced widespread areas of downed trees and power lines. There was a measured wind gust of 73 MPH near Pierz. In addition, torrential rainfall led to flash flooding at Camp Ripley.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 833918). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Morrison, MN

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