Tornado, Wisconsin and National Weather Service
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It's not every day you see one of the most violent tornadoes in recent history and a historic flash flood happen just over 100 miles apart. But that was the case in Wisconsin and Illinois in July 1996.
At least two tornadoes — but likely more — touched down in Wisconsin on Wednesday, the National Weather Service said.
Tornadoes were spotted near Madison and in Waupun in central Wisconsin on July 16, and other areas will be assessed for touch downs.
At least five reported tornadoes touched down in Wisconsin this afternoon. The Midwest faces threats of flash flooding. Extreme heat as tens of millions across the country are under alerts. NBC News’ Shaquille Brewster reports on the summer of unrelenting severe weather.
The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes touched down in southeastern Wisconsin during the storms on Wednesday.
Hustisford and Beaver Dam, both located in Dodge County, saw tornadoes briefly touch down Wednesday afternoon.
WISN 12 News on MSN1d
Tornado Watch expired for all of southeast WisconsinA tornado watch for all of southeast Wisconsin has expired. The watch was in effect until 7 p.m. Storms are expected to move into the western counties, such as Jefferson County, as early as 3 p.m. Severe weather is most likely along the leading edge of the line.
Strong to severe thunderstorms developed as expected Wednesday afternoon and evening. Five tornado warnings were issued for southeast Wisconsin in Jefferson, Dodge and Fond du Lac Counties. A few othe
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