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Severe Weather and Tornadoes Strike Wisconsin, Flood Warnings Issued

4/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Severe weather hits Wisconsin, with at least 30 counties under flood warnings as of April 16, 2026, per the National Weather Service.
After two days of storms, including five tornadoes on April 14, 2026, the EF3 tornado in Juneau County was Wisconsin’s strongest since 2021.
On April 17, 2026, a tornado watch covered much of Wisconsin, with risks of severe storms, large hail, and winds up to 70 mph.

History

Historical Context

Wisconsin's tornado activity surged in 2021, with over 20 tornadoes reported during a significant outbreak on July 28-29. This trend continued with an EF3 tornado striking Juneau County in April 2026, highlighting a concerning increase in tornado intensity and frequency in the Midwest, likely linked to climate change's impact on severe weather patterns.

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Story summary

Severe weather hits Wisconsin, with at least 30 counties under flood warnings as of April 16, 2026, per the National Weather Service.
After two days of storms, including five tornadoes on April 14, 2026, the EF3 tornado in Juneau County was Wisconsin’s strongest since 2021.
On April 17, 2026, a tornado watch covered much of Wisconsin, with risks of severe storms, large hail, and winds up to 70 mph.

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