Tornadoes Hit Carver County as Emergency Sirens Jolt Twin Cities Awake
Residents across the Twin Cities were jolted awake early Sunday morning as tornado sirens blared through the darkness, warning of dangerous storms sweeping across the region. Reports confirm that tornadoes touched down in parts of Carver County, Minnesota, bringing damaging winds, downed trees, and localized power outages.
Emergency alerts were issued via phone and broadcast systems, prompting many Twin Cities residents to seek shelter in basements and safe zones.
“The sirens went off around 3:10 a.m., and the wind picked up fast,” said John Meyers, a Chaska resident. “We could hear things hitting the house — it was terrifying.”
Carver County officials urged residents to stay indoors and report downed lines or structural damage. Emergency crews were deployed to clear roads and assist with recovery efforts.
The NWS issued a statement Sunday morning urging caution, as severe thunderstorm warnings remain in effect for parts of eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
“Conditions remain volatile,” said NWS meteorologist Karen Lindholm. “We urge residents to monitor alerts and be prepared for additional warnings throughout the day.”
Volunteer organizations and community groups began mobilizing by sunrise, checking on elderly neighbors and helping clear tree limbs from streets and yards.
⚠️ What You Should Do:
- Stay updated through local news and the NWS app.
- Avoid travel in impacted areas until roads are cleared.
- Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or disabled.
- Report damage to Carver County’s emergency line or via their official website.
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