TWIN CITIES, Minn. (WRN) — The National Weather Service confirms six tornadoes touched down across southern Wisconsin this week, with the possibility of more severe weather on the way.
NWS survey teams say that number could grow ever higher. The strongest, an EF3 tornado with winds up to 140 miles an hour, tore through Union Center Tuesday evening, damaging homes, destroying outbuildings, and toppling trees. Other tornadoes ranging from EF0 to EF2 hit areas near Beaver Dam, Sussex, Endeavor, East Troy, and Waterford.
No tornado‑related deaths were reported, but lightning killed a man in Waukesha Wednesday night. Forecasters warn the region could see more severe storms Friday.
The National Weather Service says a line of strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin this afternoon, with large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes possible.
