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Becker County Tornado Recovery Efforts Continue

By Karen Downing Jul 16, 2026 | 2:42 PM

Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)-

Cleanup and recovery efforts continue across the areas of Becker County impacted by the July 6 tornado, with county officials thanking residents, volunteers, and community partners for their ongoing support.

The Becker County Assessor’s Office is reviewing damaged properties. Homeowners whose property sustained damage may qualify for a property tax reduction through the Local Option Disaster Relief Abatement Program. Property owners in the affected areas are encouraged to complete an application and return it to the Becker County Assessor’s Office.

Residents affected by the tornado who need financial assistance can apply through the Becker County Disaster Fund, managed by Mahube-Otwa. Donations to support tornado recovery efforts can be made at Bell Bank in Detroit Lakes.

Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster response organization, continues to provide free chainsaw work and vegetative debris removal for homeowners. Their mission is to support communities in need and help build resilience through volunteer service.

Officials say the community’s generosity and volunteer efforts have played a vital role in helping families begin the recovery process.

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Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)- Cleanup and recovery efforts continue across the areas of Becker County impacted by the July 6 tornado, with county officials thanking residents, volunteers, and community partners for their ongoing support. The Becker County Assessor's Office is reviewing damaged properties. Homeowners whose...
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Jul 15, 2026
Detroit Lakes, MN - Three people were hurt in a two-vehicle collision in rural Becker County Tuesday morning. State troopers say at around 11 a.m. Tuesday, an SUV was heading east on County Road 14 and a sedan was heading north on Highway 59, when the two collided in the intersection. The two occupants of the SUV from ...
Jul 15, 2026

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Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)-

Cleanup and recovery efforts continue across the areas of Becker County impacted by the July 6 tornado, with county officials thanking residents, volunteers, and community partners for their ongoing support.

The Becker County Assessor’s Office is reviewing damaged properties. Homeowners whose property sustained damage may qualify for a property tax reduction through the Local Option Disaster Relief Abatement Program. Property owners in the affected areas are encouraged to complete an application and return it to the Becker County Assessor’s Office.

Residents affected by the tornado who need financial assistance can apply through the Becker County Disaster Fund, managed by Mahube-Otwa. Donations to support tornado recovery efforts can be made at Bell Bank in Detroit Lakes.

Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster response organization, continues to provide free chainsaw work and vegetative debris removal for homeowners. Their mission is to support communities in need and help build resilience through volunteer service.

Officials say the community’s generosity and volunteer efforts have played a vital role in helping families begin the recovery process.

Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)- The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's air quality alert remains in effect for west central Minnesota through 11 am Friday, with very heavy wildfire smoke expected to continue affecting the region. Smoke from large wildfires in northern Minnesota and Canada is expected to keep air quality i...
1h ago
Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)- Cleanup and recovery efforts continue across the areas of Becker County impacted by the July 6 tornado, with county officials thanking residents, volunteers, and community partners for their ongoing support. The Becker County Assessor's Office is reviewing damaged properties. Homeowners whose...
1h ago
Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)- As families settle into their summer routines, Essentia Health is encouraging parents to schedule annual well-child and teen checkups before the busy school year begins. Dr. Tanya Diegel, a family medicine physician with Essentia Health, says summer offers families more flexibility to complet...
Jul 15, 2026
Detroit Lakes, MN - Three people were hurt in a two-vehicle collision in rural Becker County Tuesday morning. State troopers say at around 11 a.m. Tuesday, an SUV was heading east on County Road 14 and a sedan was heading north on Highway 59, when the two collided in the intersection. The two occupants of the SUV from ...
Jul 15, 2026

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