SEVERE WEATHER PRODUCES HAIL IN PLYMOUTH COUNTY
There were several reports of large hail in severe thunderstorms which struck Plymouth County early this morning. There were two reports of hail in Hinton around 12:30 a.m. One report indicated 2.5 inch diameter hail, another 2 inch hail. One inch diameter hail was reported in Le Mars.
1.15-inch diameter hail was reported 5 miles west of Kingsley. A 58-miles per hour wind gust was also reported in Sgt. Bluff. Two severe thunderstorm warnings were called for Plymouth County between 1:16 a.m. and 2:45 a.m.
Strong winds also hit Storm Lake. Emergency management received reports of powerlines down and trees down. There was also damage reported to buildings in the commercial area on the north side of the city.
