Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Upper Midwest, particularly in central and eastern Minnesota, Iowa, and western Wisconsin, with potential threats including large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 PM, with a slight risk (2/5) for severe weather in these regions. Conditions such as warm temperatures, high dew points, and wind shear are contributing to the instability, making tornado formation possible, though predicting exact locations remains challenging. Heavy rain could lead to isolated flash flooding, especially in areas with poor drainage. Residents are advised to stay weather aware and have a way to receive alerts. After the storms pass, quieter weather with fog is expected overnight, and cooler temperatures will follow into the weekend.