1.25-inch hail reported 3 mi NW of Basswood
Report of half dollar size hail at Dead Lake. Time estimated from radar.
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For Otter Tail County, NOAA lists 14 hail reports (largest 1.75 in), 26 damaging-wind reports (up to 70 mph) and 2 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
Report of half dollar size hail at Dead Lake. Time estimated from radar.
Estimated 60 to 70 mph winds as the initial line of thunderstorms rolled through, with tree damage to branches larger than their forearm.
Tornado was initially reported by law enforcement. Multiple pictures of the tornado exist showing it crossing Marion Lake SW of Perham MN but no damage has been reported.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Erhard
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Roof inspection or estimate | Free – $400 |
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
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