Live updates: Another round of storms pushing into southern MN; new watch issued

(FOX 9) - FOX 9 is tracking severe thunderstorms as a second round of storms moves through southern Minnesota.

New severe thunderstorm watch issued

Two severe thunderstorm watches were put into effect during the afternoon hours on Wednesday. They have since expired but now a new watch has been issued for a large swath of southern Minnesota. The watch includes areas from the South Dakota border west across Minnesota to La Crosse.

Southern parts of the metro are included in the northern edge of the watch. The new watch is in effect until 1 a.m. on Thursday.

What is the timing for the storms in southern MN?

The new line is slowly pushing through southwest Minnesota, heading east at about 30 mph as of 7:30 p.m.

As the storms move, severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued.

The second round of storms is expected to move through the metro around 10:30 p.m.

Earlier severe weather

Severe storms that pushed across northern Minnesota during the afternoon hours have fizzled.

The early line of storms brought rain, thunder, lightning, and some hail to the metro during the late afternoon.

Minor damage has been reported in some spots, including trees downed in Gaylord, Minn.

Winds from the storm knocked down tree branches in Gaylord, Minn. which is about an hour's drive southeast of the metro. (Photo: Bill Doms)

Tracking the storms

As always, it's a good night to stay sky aware. You can download the FOX 9 Weather app for the latest updates on the severe weather and for radar.

Live radar

As the storms approach, you can click below for live radar tracking of the storms.