Wisconsin severe thunderstorm watch into Saturday morning
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of southeast Wisconsin from late Friday night into Saturday morning.
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of southeast Wisconsin from late Friday night into Saturday morning.
April’s historic Great Lakes weather | The Isobar | FOX6 News Milwaukee
In this episode of The Isobar, Chief Meteorologist Rob Haswell from FOX 6 Milwaukee is joined by Rich Luterman of FOX 2 Detroit and JD Rudd from FOX 32 Chicago to break down a historically volatile April across the Great Lakes.
In this episode of The Isobar, Chief Meteorologist Rob Haswell from FOX 6 Milwaukee is joined by Rich Luterman of FOX 2 Detroit and JD Rudd from FOX 32 Chicago to break down a historically volatile April across the Great Lakes.
Wisconsin April 2026 severe weather; damage assessments begin
Federal, state and local officials have begun joint preliminary damage assessments (JPDAs) after severe storms and flooding in April that caused devastation and destruction in communities across Wisconsin.
Federal, state and local officials have begun joint preliminary damage assessments (JPDAs) after severe storms and flooding in April that caused devastation and destruction in communities across Wisconsin.
Hales Corners school flood damage, fundraiser to continue recovery
Journeys Lutheran School in Hales Corners held a fundraiser gala on Saturday as it continues to get back on its feet after last August's historic floods.
Journeys Lutheran School in Hales Corners held a fundraiser gala on Saturday as it continues to get back on its feet after last August's historic floods.
Milwaukee leaf collection change aimed at reducing floods, DPW says
Leaders with Milwaukee's Department of Public Works on Wednesday announced two major changes after heavy rain earlier this month flooded streets and basements around the city.
Leaders with Milwaukee's Department of Public Works on Wednesday announced two major changes after heavy rain earlier this month flooded streets and basements around the city.
Milwaukee storm damage cleanup still underway
Milwaukee officials say more than 500 calls were reported after strong winds knocked down trees Monday, leaving damage across the south side as crews work extended shifts to clear debris.
Milwaukee officials say more than 500 calls were reported after strong winds knocked down trees Monday, leaving damage across the south side as crews work extended shifts to clear debris.
Milwaukee storm damage: DPW crews field hundreds of service calls
Milwaukee DPW crews are working 12-hour shifts to clear trees downed by recent high winds, prioritizing those blocking streets and threatening homes or vehicles.
Milwaukee DPW crews are working 12-hour shifts to clear trees downed by recent high winds, prioritizing those blocking streets and threatening homes or vehicles.
Milwaukee storm damage: DPW crews field hundreds of service calls
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works has been responding to hundreds of calls for uprooted trees throughout the city. Now, the cleanup is well underway.
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works has been responding to hundreds of calls for uprooted trees throughout the city. Now, the cleanup is well underway.
Wind gusts slam SE Wisconsin; power knocked out, trees toppled
Powerful winds toppled trees across Milwaukee, damaging homes and crushing vehicles in multiple neighborhoods on Monday, April 27.
Powerful winds toppled trees across Milwaukee, damaging homes and crushing vehicles in multiple neighborhoods on Monday, April 27.
Milwaukee power outages Tuesday, wind damage after storm
Thousands of people across the Milwaukee area were left without power after wind gusts toppled trees and power lines on Monday.
Thousands of people across the Milwaukee area were left without power after wind gusts toppled trees and power lines on Monday.
Wind gusts topple trees in Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood
Extremely powerful wind gusts caused havoc throughout southeast Wisconsin, downing trees and knocking out power to thousands. FOX6's Ashley Sears shows you the damage in Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood.
Extremely powerful wind gusts caused havoc throughout southeast Wisconsin, downing trees and knocking out power to thousands. FOX6's Ashley Sears shows you the damage in Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood.
Wind gusts slam SE Wisconsin; power knocked out, trees toppled
Extremely powerful wind gusts barreled through southeast Wisconsin on Monday afternoon, April 27, and knocked out power for thousands.
Extremely powerful wind gusts barreled through southeast Wisconsin on Monday afternoon, April 27, and knocked out power for thousands.
Southeast Wisconsin weather: Severe storms, heavy rain possible Monday
The Storm Prediction Center has issued most of southeast Wisconsin under a slight risk for severe storms on Monday.
The Storm Prediction Center has issued most of southeast Wisconsin under a slight risk for severe storms on Monday.
Milwaukee County tornado sirens, upgrade to how alerts are sounded
Milwaukee County officials said new technology will improve its tornado sirens, providing a major upgrade to how it sounds emergency alerts.
Milwaukee County officials said new technology will improve its tornado sirens, providing a major upgrade to how it sounds emergency alerts.
Waterford flooding, some areas still dealing with high water
A week after heavy rain fell across southeast Wisconsin, parts of Waterford are still dealing with floods.
A week after heavy rain fell across southeast Wisconsin, parts of Waterford are still dealing with floods.
Milwaukee area flooding; major projects planned to increase water storage
The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District is fast-tracking flood control projects after major storms, aiming to store more water in parks and nearly double capacity, though work will take years.
The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District is fast-tracking flood control projects after major storms, aiming to store more water in parks and nearly double capacity, though work will take years.
MMSD flood management improvement projects
A Milwaukee fire truck was destroyed in a crash with a suspected drunk driver on Wednesday, as Chief Aaron Lipski says the loss adds urgency to replacing the department’s aging fleet.
A Milwaukee fire truck was destroyed in a crash with a suspected drunk driver on Wednesday, as Chief Aaron Lipski says the loss adds urgency to replacing the department’s aging fleet.
Map: The fastest-warming US states revealed
A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.
A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.
The Isobar | Record tornadoes in WI, IL
It has been one of the most volatile starts to April in Midwest history. Join Chief Meteorologists Rob Haswell (Milwaukee) and Emily Wahls (Chicago), alongside Stephanie Mead (Detroit), for an emergency-level recap of the record-breaking severe weather across the Great Lakes. In this episode, the team breaks down the staggering statistics: Illinois leading the nation with over 80 tornadoes, Wisconsin surpassing its monthly warning records in just two weeks, and Michigan facing critical flooding near the Sheboygan and Croton dams. We discuss the dangers of overnight tornadoes in Ann Arbor and Allen Park, the EF2 and EF3 damage in the Milwaukee suburbs, and the tragic reality of lightning strikes. Beyond the storms, we address "Warning Fatigue" and how to stay prepared when the sirens won't stop. Plus, we celebrate some big personal news for Emily and look ahead to the beautiful "Flower Day" traditions in Detroit and the butterfly tulips of Chicago.
It has been one of the most volatile starts to April in Midwest history. Join Chief Meteorologists Rob Haswell (Milwaukee) and Emily Wahls (Chicago), alongside Stephanie Mead (Detroit), for an emergency-level recap of the record-breaking severe weather across the Great Lakes. In this episode, the team breaks down the staggering statistics: Illinois leading the nation with over 80 tornadoes, Wisconsin surpassing its monthly warning records in just two weeks, and Michigan facing critical flooding near the Sheboygan and Croton dams. We discuss the dangers of overnight tornadoes in Ann Arbor and Allen Park, the EF2 and EF3 damage in the Milwaukee suburbs, and the tragic reality of lightning strikes. Beyond the storms, we address "Warning Fatigue" and how to stay prepared when the sirens won't stop. Plus, we celebrate some big personal news for Emily and look ahead to the beautiful "Flower Day" traditions in Detroit and the butterfly tulips of Chicago.
More flooding for Summit neighborhood
Summit residents are dealing with flooding again near Upper Nemahbin Lake, marking the second time since August that water has filled streets and yards in the area.
Summit residents are dealing with flooding again near Upper Nemahbin Lake, marking the second time since August that water has filled streets and yards in the area.