Severe thunderstorms were projected to affect the Upper Midwest, particularly impacting northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota, and western Wisconsin. Schools in these regions closed early due to threats of high winds, tornadoes, and hail. Local officials activated emergency operations, particularly as the storms presented a greater risk, indicated by a serious Category 4 severity ranking from the National Weather Service. Notably, certain city facilities in the Twin Cities closed early, with measures taken to ensure the homeless had shelter ahead of the severe weather.
Superintendent Joe Carter emphasized the unprecedented threat posed by the storms, stating this instance featured "really, really strong stuff, such as tornadoes, and with a Category 4 ranking of severity."
The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center indicated a high risk level of 4 out of 5 for severe weather in the Upper Midwest, instigating a proactive response from local officials.
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