Wisconsin severe weather: tornado, thunderstorm watches canceled

Category: Weather

Southeastern Wisconsin was at risk for severe weather with the greatest risk near the Illinois border. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and tornado watches for various counties, which were later canceled. Southern communities were under a Level 4 risk for severe weather.

Keywords: Severe weather, Wisconsin, National Weather Service, Tornado watch, Severe thunderstorm watch

Source: FOX6 News Milwaukee

Update At: 7/16/2024

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