Public Information Statement
Issued by NWS Duluth, MN
Issued by NWS Duluth, MN
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Public Information Statement
National Weather Service Duluth MN
308 PM CDT Fri Jun 14 2024
...NWS Damage Survey for 06/12/2024 Tornado Event...
.Overview...
Numerous severe thunderstorms moved across north-central and
northeast Minnesota on the evening of June 12, 2024, producing
large hail to the size of baseballs, isolated thunderstorm wind
damage, and several tornadoes. Two distinct supercellular storms
produced four tornadoes (rated EF-0 to EF-2) across portions of
Crow Wing, Aitkin, and Carlton Counties between roughly 6:15 PM
and 7:30 PM. The supercell that tracked through Crow Wing and
Aitkin County produced three separate tornadoes, first on/near
Upper Whitefish Lake across to Clamshell Lake where a wide, sharp
path of damage was found. This tornado dissipated, with a second
tornado forming west of Rabbit Lake (north of Crosby). This second
tornado appeared to have a mainly continuous path of damage from
Rabbit Lake to Cedar Lake and Hammal Lake. There may have been a
break in this tornado as it traveled across the Crow Wing State
Forest, but a combination of storm chaser and spotter video as
well as ground surveys seemed to indicate a mainly consistent path
of damage. This supercell then later produced a weak, wispy
tornado with no known damage near Glen, MN, with the particular
length of this tornado unknown due to limited access in this area.
While this supercell was ongoing, a separate supercell briefly
produced a weak tornado in northwest Carlton County where mainly
minor tree damage (large branches, a few trees snapped) was
observed north of Wright, MN. No injuries or fatalities were
reported, and NWS Duluth had a Tornado Warning in effect for these
storms for the duration of time they produced tornadoes.
This information is preliminary in nature and will likely be
revised as we continue to review additional reports, images, and
videos. NWS Duluth sincerely appreciates the coordination of our
state and local partners including Emergency Management and
Sheriff Departments at Carlton, Aitkin, and Crow Wing Counties as
well as the Minnesota State Patrol. We also sincerely appreciate
the images and video shared with us by our local media partners.
..Tornado #1 Whitefish Lake/Clamshell Lake...
Rating: EF2
Estimated Peak Wind: 120 mph
Path Length /statute/: 3.2005 miles
Path Width /maximum/: 700.0 yards
Fatalities: 0
Injuries: 0
Start Date: 06/12/2024
Start Time: 06:18 PM CDT
Start Location: 4 NE Jenkins / Crow Wing County / MN
Start Lat/Lon: 46.6901 / -94.2572
End Date: 06/12/2024
End Time: 06:23 PM CDT
End Location: 3 N Breezy Point / Crow Wing County / MN
End Lat/Lon: 46.6519 / -94.2204
Survey Summary:
Tornado developed over Upper Whitefish Lake (no tornadic damage
found or reported on the northwestern shore indicating the tornado
touched down on land before crossing the lake) and traveled
southeast towards Pelican Lake. Extensive damage to private
residences and forest along Old Whiskey Road and Rutger Rd
(referred to by locals as Tip Top Point) and across Bertha and
Clamshell Lake towards the far eastern reach of Whitefish Golf
Clubs holes. Damage path was the widest near Old Whiskey and
Rutger Road, around 700 yards across, with tree damage even
identified on the island to the north of Old Whiskey Road. Over
80% of trees were uprooted or snapped near the base, and numerous
homes showed minor to major roof damage. The worst of the roof
damage was several homes which had over 50% of the roof deck
uplifted and removed. Homeowners also reported a nearly hour-long
storm surge of 1 to 2 feet from Upper Whitefish Lake. Minnesota
State Patrol helicopter footage shows some scattered tornadic tree
damage south of County Road 16 near Clear Lake before no
additional damage has been found or reported. No fatalities or
injuries reported.
..Tornado #2 - Rabbit Lake to Cedar Lake/Hammal Lake...
Rating: EF2
Estimated Peak Wind: 115 mph
Path Length /statute/: 13.0833 miles
Path Width /maximum/: 200.0 yards
Fatalities: 0
Injuries: 0
Start Date: 06/12/2024
Start Time: 06:45 PM CDT
Start Location: 1 W Wolford / Crow Wing County / MN
Start Lat/Lon: 46.5473 / -93.9912
End Date: 06/12/2024
End Time: 07:05 PM CDT
End Location: 3 SSW Aitkin / Aitkin County / MN
End Lat/Lon: 46.4881 / -93.7418
Survey Summary:
A tornado redeveloped near Wolford, from the same storm that
produced the first tornado near Crosslake. Initial damage located
along County Road 30, south of County Highway 11/Mississippi
River, mostly trees snapped and uprooted. Tornado continued east-
southeast across Rabbit Lake just north of Cuyuna and then towards
Highway 210. Damage along the western shore of Rabbit Lake
affected private residences with a RV flipped over, roof covering
material partially removed, and numerous trees snapped which lead
to secondary home damage, including several collapsed out-
buildings and garages. The tornado crossed Highway 210 near mile
marker 145, as evidenced by both tree damage and storm chaser
footage. It then took a southeastward path across portions of
western Cedar Lake, producing extensive tree damage and pockets of
residential property damage to roofs and garages, including a fish
house that was picked up and thrown nearly 100 yards. This is the
area of low-end EF-2 damage. The tornado path then became more
eastward as it neared the end of its lifecycle, with final damage
found on Hammal Lake, where localized pockets of extensive tree
damage were located, and one three-season cabin and boat house
were completely destroyed and partially thrown into the water.
.Tornado #3 - Glen...
Rating: EF0
Estimated Peak Wind: 65 mph
Path Length /statute/: 1.5935000000000001 miles
Path Width /maximum/: 20.0 yards
Fatalities: 0
Injuries: 0
Start Date: 06/12/2024
Start Time: 07:25 PM CDT
Start Location: 1 SSW Glen / Aitkin County / MN
Start Lat/Lon: 46.4001 / -93.5293
End Date: 06/12/2024
End Time: 07:29 PM CDT
End Location: 2 SSE Glen / Aitkin County / MN
End Lat/Lon: 46.3871 / -93.5016
Survey Summary:
A tornado developed near Glen, MN. Storm chaser and spotter video
depict a wispy tornado with no debris visible. Due to the rural
and forested nature of this damage and no reports of damage, a
ground survey has not been completed. This tornado rating and
details may be updated in the future as additional aerial imagery
becomes available.
..Tornado #4 - Wright/Cromwell...
Rating: EF0
Estimated Peak Wind: 80 mph
Path Length /statute/: 7.8067 miles
Path Width /maximum/: 50.0 yards
Fatalities: 0
Injuries: 0
Start Date: 06/12/2024
Start Time: 06:42 PM CDT
Start Location: 4 NW Wright / Carlton County / MN
Start Lat/Lon: 46.7235 / -93.0607
End Date: 06/14/2024
End Time: 06:54 PM CDT
End Location: 2 W Cromwell / Carlton County / MN
End Lat/Lon: 46.6778 / -92.9159
Survey Summary:
Tornado developed on or near the Aitkin/Carlton County line and
traveled southeast towards Highway 210 between Wright and
Cromwell. Minor tree damage was noted on West Road near the start
of the tornado path, with a broad area of large branches down and
a few trees snapped towards the top. The tornado then traveled
across a mainly marsh/bog landscape, crossing Center Road where
power lines were damaged and widespread tree damage was noted
along a 50 yard stretch of road. The tornado track continued on a
southeast to east-southeast path, with the last signs of damage
near to just south of Highway 210 near Woodbury Lake where a few
clusters of tree damage were noted. No injuries or fatalities were
reported, and property damage was very limited, with only a
handful of homes/buildings impacted.
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EF Scale: The Enhanced Fujita Scale classifies tornadoes into the
following categories:
EF0...Weak......65 to 85 mph
EF1...Weak......86 to 110 mph
EF2...Strong....111 to 135 mph
EF3...Strong....136 to 165 mph
EF4...Violent...166 to 200 mph
EF5...Violent...>200 mph
NOTE:
The information in this statement is preliminary and subject to
change pending final review of the events and publication in NWS
Storm Data.
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JJM