Trending Now - Severe Weather Alerts Issued as Storms Threaten Midwest This Weekend
WHO:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Mayor Cavalier Johnson and County Executive David Crowley announced the formation of a new Flood Mitigation Task Force on April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - Millions of people are at risk due to severe weather.
CBS News US - More than 51 million people are under threat from severe weather.
WHAT:
NBC News - More than 51 million people are under the threat of severe weather as of April 18th, 2026.
CBS News US - The U.S. has recorded over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, Wisconsin, moving east at 30 mph, at 6:53 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning has been extended into all of Kenosha County and the rest of Racine County until 8:45 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Walworth County with wind gusts up to 70 mph and large hail expected until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for east-central Walworth County, southwestern Racine County, and northwestern Kenosha County until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for Burlington and Waterford until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, as severe thunderstorms capable of producing a tornado were located in the area.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Janesville, Wisconsin, with hail measuring 2 inches expected, effective until 7:30 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force will focus on planning for increasing flooding events and has identified mitigation efforts that would cost $900 million.
NBC News - A tornado watch is in effect until 11:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, for counties including Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Kendall, and Grundy.
NBC News - A tornado watch is also in place until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, for areas including DeKalb and McHenry counties.
Newsweek - Numerous tornado warnings have been issued simultaneously across five states on April 17th, 2026.
The Guardian - Approximately 26 million people are under tornado watches from Wisconsin to Oklahoma as of April 17th, 2026.
The Guardian - A "particularly dangerous situation" threat level was assigned to one tornado in Illinois and two in Wisconsin on April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - The U.S. saw over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy, at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A confirmed tornado was reported near Milton, Wisconsin, at 6:09 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, moving northeast at approximately 30 mph.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Janesville, Wisconsin, with hail measuring 2 inches expected, effective until 7:30 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The National Weather Service confirmed tornado activity in Weston and Ringle areas in Marathon County as of 5:36 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force will focus on planning for increasing flooding events and has identified mitigation efforts that would cost $900 million.
ABC News - Rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin are overflowing after a month’s worth of rain fell in just days, with more rain expected on April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - Dangerous storms are expected to bring tornadoes and flash floods.
CBS News US - Some areas are still recovering from tornadoes that occurred earlier in the week.
NBC News - More than 51 million people are under the threat of severe weather as of April 18th, 2026.
CBS News US - The U.S. saw over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, Wisconsin, moving east at 30 mph, at 6:53 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning has been extended into all of Kenosha County and the rest of Racine County until 8:45 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Walworth County with wind gusts up to 70 mph and large hail expected until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for east-central Walworth County, southwestern Racine County, and northwestern Kenosha County until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for Burlington and Waterford until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, as severe thunderstorms capable of producing a tornado were located in the area.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Janesville, Wisconsin, with hail measuring 2 inches expected, effective until 7:30 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force will focus on planning for increasing flooding events and has identified mitigation efforts that would cost $900 million.
NBC News - A tornado watch is in effect until 11:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, for counties including Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Kendall, and Grundy.
NBC News - A tornado watch is also in place until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, for areas including DeKalb and McHenry counties.
Newsweek - Numerous tornado warnings have been issued simultaneously across five states on April 17th, 2026.
The Guardian - Approximately 26 million people are under tornado watches from Wisconsin to Oklahoma as of April 17th, 2026.
The Guardian - A "particularly dangerous situation" threat level was assigned to one tornado in Illinois and two in Wisconsin on April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - The U.S. saw over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy, at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A confirmed tornado was reported near Milton, Wisconsin, at 6:09 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, moving northeast at approximately 30 mph.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Janesville, Wisconsin, with hail measuring 2 inches expected, effective until 7:30 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The National Weather Service confirmed tornado activity in Weston and Ringle areas in Marathon County as of 5:36 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force will focus on planning for increasing flooding events and has identified mitigation efforts that would cost $900 million.
ABC News - Rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin are overflowing after a month’s worth of rain fell in just days, with more rain expected on April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - Dangerous storms are expected to bring tornadoes and flash floods.
CBS News US - Some areas are still recovering from tornadoes that occurred earlier in the week.
NBC News - A tornado watch is in effect until 11:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, for counties including Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, Kendall, and Grundy.
NBC News - A tornado watch is also in place until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, for areas including DeKalb and McHenry counties.
Newsweek - Numerous tornado warnings have been issued simultaneously across five states on April 17th, 2026.
The Guardian - Approximately 26 million people are under tornado watches from Wisconsin to Oklahoma as of April 17th, 2026.
The Guardian - A "particularly dangerous situation" threat level was assigned to one tornado in Illinois and two in Wisconsin on April 17th, 2026.
The Guardian - A man in Waukesha, Wisconsin, died after being struck by lightning during thunderstorms earlier in the week.
NBC News - The U.S. saw over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes.
CBS News US - More than 51 million people are under the threat of severe weather as of April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for Beaver Dam, Hustisford, and Juneau until 5:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Walworth County with wind gusts up to 70 mph and large hail expected until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, with radar indicating a tornado.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for Burlington and Waterford until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, as severe thunderstorms capable of producing a tornado were located in the area.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for east-central Walworth County, southwestern Racine County, and northwestern Kenosha County until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, Wisconsin, moving east at 30 mph, at 6:53 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy, at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - A confirmed tornado was reported near Milton, Wisconsin, at 6:09 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, moving northeast at approximately 30 mph.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Janesville, Wisconsin, with hail measuring 2 inches expected, effective until 7:30 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for Wind Lake and Big Bend in Racine County until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, with radar indicating a tornado.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for Burlington and Waterford until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, as severe thunderstorms capable of producing a tornado were located in the area.
NBC News - Over 800 damaging storm reports were recorded this week, including at least 50 tornadoes.
CBS News US - The U.S. is bracing for more severe weather as residents across multiple states prepare for the aftermath of the storms.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning has been extended into all of Kenosha County and the rest of Racine County until 8:45 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A tornado warning was issued for east-central Walworth County, southwestern Racine County, and northwestern Kenosha County until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A confirmed tornado was reported 14 miles east of Wausau at 5:08 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, moving northeast at 30 mph.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Janesville, with hail measuring 2 inches expected, effective until 7:30 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The National Weather Service confirmed tornado activity in Weston and Ringle areas in Marathon County as of 5:36 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force will focus on planning for increasing flooding events and has identified mitigation efforts that would cost $900 million.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - A confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, Wisconsin, moving east at 30 mph, at 6:53 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
ABC News - Rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin are overflowing after a month’s worth of rain fell in just days, with more rain expected on April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - Dangerous storms are expected to bring tornadoes and flash floods.
CBS News US - Some areas are still recovering from tornadoes that occurred earlier in the week.
WHERE:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
ABC News - The flooding emergency is specifically affecting regions in Michigan and Wisconsin.
NBC News - The severe weather is affecting states from Texas to Wisconsin.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat spans across the Midwest.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
ABC News - The flooding emergency is specifically affecting regions in Michigan and Wisconsin.
NBC News - The severe weather is affecting states from Texas to Wisconsin.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat spans across the Midwest.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
NBC News - Tornado warnings have been issued simultaneously across five states as of April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for northwestern Walworth County was effective from 6:40 p.m. on April 17th, 2026, until 7:15 p.m.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning was issued for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy.
ABC News - The flooding emergency is specifically affecting regions in Michigan and Wisconsin.
NBC News - The severe weather is affecting states from Texas to Wisconsin.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat spans across the Midwest.
WHEN:
The Guardian - Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency on April 15th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force was formed on April 17th, 2026, in response to recent flooding events.
The Guardian - Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency on April 15th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat is ongoing as of April 17th, 2026, with additional storms expected over the weekend.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force was formed on April 17th, 2026, in response to recent flooding events.
ABC News - The flooding emergency is ongoing as of April 17th, 2026, following heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
NBC News - The storms are forecasted for the weekend of April 16th and 17th, 2026.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat is particularly noted for Friday evening, April 15th, 2026.
The Guardian - Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency on April 15th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force was formed on April 17th, 2026, in response to recent flooding events.
The Guardian - Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency on April 15th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat is ongoing as of April 17th, 2026, with additional storms expected over the weekend.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force was formed on April 17th, 2026, in response to recent flooding events.
ABC News - The flooding emergency is ongoing as of April 17th, 2026, following heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
NBC News - The storms are forecasted for the weekend of April 16th and 17th, 2026.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat is particularly noted for Friday evening, April 15th, 2026.
The Guardian - Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency on April 15th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for Racine County includes the areas of Wind Lake and Big Bend until 8:00 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued at 7:57 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat is ongoing as of April 17th, 2026, with additional storms expected over the weekend.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The severe thunderstorm warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis is in effect until 8:15 p.m. on April 17th, 2026.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Flood Mitigation Task Force was formed on April 17th, 2026, in response to recent flooding events.
ABC News - The flooding emergency is ongoing as of April 17th, 2026, following heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
NBC News - The storms are forecasted for the weekend of April 16th and 17th, 2026.
CBS News US - The severe weather threat is particularly noted for Friday evening, April 15th, 2026.
WHY:
The Guardian - The severe weather is attributed to a potent cold front moving through the region, causing tornadoes and flooding.
The Guardian - The severe weather is attributed to a potent cold front moving through the region, causing tornadoes and flooding.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - The weather is described as "roller-coaster" with summer-like temperatures reaching as high as 90 degrees Fahrenheit despite being in the middle of spring.
The Guardian - The severe weather is attributed to a potent cold front moving through the region, causing tornadoes and flooding.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - The weather is described as "roller-coaster" with summer-like temperatures reaching as high as 90 degrees Fahrenheit despite being in the middle of spring.
The Guardian - The severe weather is attributed to a potent cold front moving through the region, causing tornadoes and flooding.
The Guardian - The severe weather is attributed to a potent cold front moving through the region, causing tornadoes and flooding.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - The weather is described as "roller-coaster" with summer-like temperatures reaching as high as 90 degrees Fahrenheit despite being in the middle of spring.
The Guardian - The severe weather is attributed to a potent cold front moving through the region, causing tornadoes and flooding.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems as of April 17th, 2026.
NBC News - The weather is described as "roller-coaster" with summer-like temperatures reaching as high as 90 degrees Fahrenheit despite being in the middle of spring.
HOW:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The task force will expand existing partnerships to share resources and develop solutions for extreme weather events.
NBC News - The storms are characterized by a mix of severe weather patterns, including tornadoes and flash floods.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The task force will expand existing partnerships to share resources and develop solutions for extreme weather events.
NBC News - The storms are characterized by a mix of severe weather patterns, including tornadoes and flash floods.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The task force will expand existing partnerships to share resources and develop solutions for extreme weather events.
NBC News - The storms are characterized by a mix of severe weather patterns, including tornadoes and flash floods.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The task force will expand existing partnerships to share resources and develop solutions for extreme weather events.
NBC News - The storms are characterized by a mix of severe weather patterns, including tornadoes and flash floods.
(UPDATED April 18, 2026 19:14 UTC)
More than 51 million people are currently under the threat of severe weather, with the U.S. recording over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes. A confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, Wisconsin, moving east at 30 miles per hour on Friday, and a tornado watch is in effect for several counties until late on Saturday. As rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin overflow from recent heavy rainfall, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has urged residents in the Blackhawk subdivision of Portage to evacuate due to significant strain on local levee systems.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 17:07 UTC)
More than 51 million people are currently under the threat of severe weather, with the U.S. experiencing over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes. A confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, Wisconsin, on Friday, moving east at 30 miles per hour, prompting multiple tornado warnings across the state, including areas in Racine and Walworth Counties. In response to the escalating situation, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency on Wednesday, as a potent cold front continues to cause tornadoes and flooding throughout the region.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 15:08 UTC)
A tornado watch is currently in effect until 11:00 p.m. for several counties in Illinois, including Cook and DuPage, while a separate watch is in place until 8:00 p.m. for areas in DeKalb and McHenry counties. Approximately 26 million people are under tornado watches from Wisconsin to Oklahoma, as numerous tornado warnings have been issued across five states, with a "particularly dangerous situation" threat level assigned to tornadoes in Illinois and Wisconsin. The severe weather, attributed to a potent cold front, has already resulted in over 800 damaging storm reports this week, including at least 50 tornadoes, and has prompted evacuations in areas like the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage due to strain on local levee systems.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 13:17 UTC)
A tornado watch is currently in effect until 11:00 p.m. for several counties in Illinois, including Cook and DuPage, with additional watches in place until 8:00 p.m. for areas like DeKalb and McHenry. Approximately 26 million people are under these watches from Wisconsin to Oklahoma, as numerous tornado warnings have been issued across five states, with a "particularly dangerous situation" threat level assigned to tornadoes in Illinois and Wisconsin. The severe weather, which has already resulted in a tragic lightning-related death in Waukesha, is being attributed to a potent cold front moving through the region, prompting Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers to declare a state of emergency earlier this week.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 11:08 UTC)
This week, the U.S. experienced over 800 damaging storm reports, including at least 50 tornadoes, with more than 51 million people currently under the threat of severe weather. on Friday, tornado warnings were issued for several areas in Wisconsin, including Beaver Dam, Hustisford, and Juneau, while a confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, moving east at 30 mph. Additionally, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has urged residents of the Blackhawk subdivision in Portage to evacuate immediately due to significant strain on local levee systems.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 09:10 UTC)
A confirmed tornado was reported near Milton, Wisconsin, on Friday at 6:09 p.m., moving northeast at about 30 miles per hour. Severe thunderstorm warnings were also issued for Janesville, Milwaukee, Waukesha, and West Allis, with hail expected to reach two inches and tornado warnings in effect for areas including Wind Lake, Big Bend, Burlington, and Waterford until 8:00 p.m. The tornado warning for southeastern Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County was issued shortly before 8:00 p.m. on the same day.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 05:30 UTC)
This week has seen over 800 damaging storm reports across the U.S., including at least 50 tornadoes, prompting officials to issue tornado warnings simultaneously in five states. As residents prepare for the aftermath, the severe weather threat remains ongoing, with additional storms expected over the weekend. The nation is bracing for more severe weather as communities work to recover from the devastation.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 03:52 UTC)
A tornado warning was issued on Friday for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including Muskego, Greenfield, Franklin, Oak Creek, and Cudahy, and has since been extended to all of Kenosha County and the rest of Racine County until 8:45 p.m. The National Weather Service confirmed tornado activity in the Weston and Ringle areas of Marathon County, and a confirmed tornado was reported 14 miles east of Wausau, moving northeast at 30 miles per hour. Additionally, a severe thunderstorm warning for Janesville is in effect until 7:30 p.m., with hail expected to reach up to 2 inches.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 01:21 UTC)
Milwaukee's Mayor Cavalier Johnson and County Executive David Crowley announced the formation of a new Flood Mitigation Task Force on Friday, aimed at addressing the increasing frequency of flooding events. This task force has identified mitigation efforts that would require an investment of $900 million and will work to expand existing partnerships to develop solutions for extreme weather. On the same day, a confirmed tornado was reported over Delavan, Wisconsin, moving east at 30 miles per hour, prompting a tornado warning for southeast Waukesha County and southern Milwaukee County, including areas like Muskego and Greenfield.
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(UPDATED April 17, 2026 23:10 UTC)
Rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin are overflowing after a month’s worth of rain fell in just a few days, with more rain expected on Friday. The flooding emergency is specifically affecting regions in both states, creating significant challenges for residents. This ongoing situation follows heavy rainfall earlier in the week, prompting urgent responses from local authorities.
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(UPDATED April 17, 2026 21:14 UTC)
Millions of people are at risk from severe weather, with more than 51 million individuals facing threats from dangerous storms expected to bring tornadoes and flash floods across states from Texas to Wisconsin. As some areas are still recovering from tornadoes that occurred earlier in the week, the severe weather is forecasted to hit particularly hard this weekend, with Friday evening being a notable time of concern. The unpredictable weather is being described as "roller-coaster," with summer-like temperatures soaring to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, despite it being spring.