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Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week 2026

By Bill Dubensky Apr 7, 2026 | 6:27 AM

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(KNOX) – According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office the week of April 13 – 17, 2026 is designated Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Severe Weather Awareness Week is a public education campaign promoted by the National Weather Service, Minnesota Department of Public Safety and local Emergency Management Agencies.

Each day of the week features a different weather hazard, and two statewide tornado drills will be conducted on Thursday, April 16th.So don’t forget! The statewide tornado drills are Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 1:45 P.M. and 6:45 P.M. Please take this opportunity to review emergency plans and procedures, and conduct emergency drills at work and at home.

Specific information about these topics, including factsheets, checklists, data and other resources, is provided on the HSEM Weather Safety and The National Weather Service websites. Contact HSEM for comments, questions or support at ready.minnesota@state.mn.us.

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