"All of a sudden, WHAM!": Trees toppled by strong winds at Bohners Lake
BOHNERS LAKE (WITI) -- Storms rolled through southeastern Wisconsin on Monday, May 12th -- and some of those storms triggered a Tornado Warning that was issued for Racine, Kenosha and Walworth counties around 4:45 p.m. One of the hardest hit areas was the area of Bohners Lake in Racine County.Eric Juntenen lost four trees in the storm.
BOHNERS LAKE (WITI) -- Storms rolled through southeastern Wisconsin on Monday, May 12th -- and some of those storms triggered a Tornado Warning that was issued for Racine, Kenosha and Walworth counties around 4:45 p.m. One of the hardest hit areas was the area of Bohners Lake in Racine County.Eric Juntenen lost four trees in the storm.
Strong storms push across southeastern Wisconsin, triggering watches & warnings
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Strong storms pushed across southeastern Wisconsin on Monday, May 12th -- triggering watches and warnings throughout the morning, afternoon and evening.As of 10:00 p.m. Monday -- one watch and two warnings remained in effect.A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for most of the FOX6 viewing area through 11:00 p.m.A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for eastern Racine and eastern Kenosha counties until 11:45 p.m.A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Milwaukee, Waukesha and Jefferson counties until midnight.A Tornado Warning was issued for Racine, Kenosha and Walworth counties around 4:45 p.m. That warning was downgraded to a Severe T-storm Warning around 5:15 p.m.The Severe T-storm WARNING that replaced the Tornado Warning was in effect for Kenosha, Racine, Jefferson, Walworth, Waukesha counties -- and expired at 6:00 p.m.FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Vince Condella says high winds, hail and locally heavy rainfall are all possible Monday evening and Monday night.With all of the rain we saw on Sunday and again on Monday -- the threat for flash flooding is expected to increase.On Monday evening, folks near Bohner's Lake and Union Grove saw 1.75-2-inch hail as a strong storm that triggered the Tornado Warning pushed through.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Strong storms pushed across southeastern Wisconsin on Monday, May 12th -- triggering watches and warnings throughout the morning, afternoon and evening.As of 10:00 p.m. Monday -- one watch and two warnings remained in effect.A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for most of the FOX6 viewing area through 11:00 p.m.A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for eastern Racine and eastern Kenosha counties until 11:45 p.m.A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Milwaukee, Waukesha and Jefferson counties until midnight.A Tornado Warning was issued for Racine, Kenosha and Walworth counties around 4:45 p.m. That warning was downgraded to a Severe T-storm Warning around 5:15 p.m.The Severe T-storm WARNING that replaced the Tornado Warning was in effect for Kenosha, Racine, Jefferson, Walworth, Waukesha counties -- and expired at 6:00 p.m.FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Vince Condella says high winds, hail and locally heavy rainfall are all possible Monday evening and Monday night.With all of the rain we saw on Sunday and again on Monday -- the threat for flash flooding is expected to increase.On Monday evening, folks near Bohner's Lake and Union Grove saw 1.75-2-inch hail as a strong storm that triggered the Tornado Warning pushed through.
Storms expected to move back in Sunday night, more on the docket for Monday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- We saw storms in southeastern Wisconsin on Sunday afternoon, May 11th -- and more are expected overnight Sunday and through Monday night, May 12th.Storms on Sunday triggered a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the entire FOX6 viewing area -- but that watch was cancelled before it was set to expire at 10:00 p.m.Showers and thunderstorms moved into southeastern Wisconsin -- and brought with them a threat for hail and strong downpours.The storms moved out of the area by about 7:00 p.m. or so -- but were expected to move back in after 10:00 p.m.FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Vince Condella says storms Monday afternoon and Monday night again bring a threat of heavy rain, gusty winds and possible hail.Condella says some parts of southeastern Wisconsin could receive two inches or more of rainfall (combined with Sunday's rain) by the time Monday's storms move out.Your forecast is as follows:
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- We saw storms in southeastern Wisconsin on Sunday afternoon, May 11th -- and more are expected overnight Sunday and through Monday night, May 12th.Storms on Sunday triggered a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the entire FOX6 viewing area -- but that watch was cancelled before it was set to expire at 10:00 p.m.Showers and thunderstorms moved into southeastern Wisconsin -- and brought with them a threat for hail and strong downpours.The storms moved out of the area by about 7:00 p.m. or so -- but were expected to move back in after 10:00 p.m.FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Vince Condella says storms Monday afternoon and Monday night again bring a threat of heavy rain, gusty winds and possible hail.Condella says some parts of southeastern Wisconsin could receive two inches or more of rainfall (combined with Sunday's rain) by the time Monday's storms move out.Your forecast is as follows:
Storms: Hail pummels parts of southeast Wisconsin
SOUTHEAST Wis. (WITI) -- Severe storms rolled through southeast Wisconsin Wednesday morning, May 7th -- dropping hail throughout the area.A severe thunderstorm warning ended at 11 a.m. FOX6 Meterologist Justin Zollitsch says another round of storms is expected to roll through southeast Wisconsin today.
SOUTHEAST Wis. (WITI) -- Severe storms rolled through southeast Wisconsin Wednesday morning, May 7th -- dropping hail throughout the area.A severe thunderstorm warning ended at 11 a.m. FOX6 Meterologist Justin Zollitsch says another round of storms is expected to roll through southeast Wisconsin today.
"She gave her life for Ashtyn:" Daycare owner found clutching little girl after tornado
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- At least 40 people lost their lives when severe weather slammed parts of the Midwest and South last week -- including a daycare owner who is being hailed a hero for saving the life of a four-year-old girl.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- At least 40 people lost their lives when severe weather slammed parts of the Midwest and South last week -- including a daycare owner who is being hailed a hero for saving the life of a four-year-old girl.
HELP ON THE WAY: More Red Cross volunteers head to storm-ravaged areas
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Those affected by severe storms this week will soon have more help from Wisconsin.Six American Red Cross volunteers left Mitchell International Airport on Thursday afternoon, May 1st.The group includes a Sussex woman on her very first trip, and a Germantown nurse making her 20th trip!The group of volunteers will provide food, shelter and medical care to those in need."The first time I went, you don't know what to expect.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Those affected by severe storms this week will soon have more help from Wisconsin.Six American Red Cross volunteers left Mitchell International Airport on Thursday afternoon, May 1st.The group includes a Sussex woman on her very first trip, and a Germantown nurse making her 20th trip!The group of volunteers will provide food, shelter and medical care to those in need."The first time I went, you don't know what to expect.
Wicked video: Tornado shreds office building in northern Italy
NONANTOLA, Italy -- When a tornado is bearing down on your office, the last thing you should do is get out your smart phone and start shooting video.But that's exactly what one office worker did when a twister was tearing through a town in northern Italy.
NONANTOLA, Italy -- When a tornado is bearing down on your office, the last thing you should do is get out your smart phone and start shooting video.But that's exactly what one office worker did when a twister was tearing through a town in northern Italy.
Alabama student lost his life in this week's severe storms, but he saved his girlfriend's
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Severe storms this week claimed the lives of 35 people -- and one of them was 21-year-old John Servati -- who is being hailed a hero.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Severe storms this week claimed the lives of 35 people -- and one of them was 21-year-old John Servati -- who is being hailed a hero.
Would you know what to do if a tornado was headed for your home right now?
OZAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- The two-day severe weather outbreak has claimed the lives of 35 people -- and 70 million are again being warned of a slight to moderate risk of severe weather on Tuesday, April 29th.
OZAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- The two-day severe weather outbreak has claimed the lives of 35 people -- and 70 million are again being warned of a slight to moderate risk of severe weather on Tuesday, April 29th.
"I have a suitcase packed:" Volunteers ready to help those affected by tornadoes
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Forecasters on Monday warned millions to prepare for another round of severe storms -- including widespread tornadoes.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Forecasters on Monday warned millions to prepare for another round of severe storms -- including widespread tornadoes.
INCREDIBLE VIDEO: Storm chasers capture Tupelo, MS tornado
TUPELO, MS (WITI) -- KDR Media storm chasers Skip Talbot and Jenn Brindley documented the tornado that ripped through Tupelo, Mississippi on Monday, April 28th.The video has been shared on YouTube.In the video, you can hear the power of this massive tornado -- and hear one of the storm chasers saying things like "we've got to go!
TUPELO, MS (WITI) -- KDR Media storm chasers Skip Talbot and Jenn Brindley documented the tornado that ripped through Tupelo, Mississippi on Monday, April 28th.The video has been shared on YouTube.In the video, you can hear the power of this massive tornado -- and hear one of the storm chasers saying things like "we've got to go!
VIDEO: Meteorologist yells for staff to take shelter during tornado
TUPELO, Miss. (WITI) -- When severe weather raced through Tupelo, Mississippi this week, one meteorologist didn't mess around.
TUPELO, Miss. (WITI) -- When severe weather raced through Tupelo, Mississippi this week, one meteorologist didn't mess around.
LIVE VIDEO: Severe weather coverage in Mississippi, Alabama
MISSISSIPPI (WITI) -- Severe weather is popping throughout the southern states on this Monday, April 28th.
MISSISSIPPI (WITI) -- Severe weather is popping throughout the southern states on this Monday, April 28th.
Listen, Act & Live! Be prepared for severe weather drills
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Listen, Act and Live!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Listen, Act and Live!
PICTURES: View & submit pictures of severe weather
MILWAUKEE — When severe weather pops, more and more people are able to snap pictures of it thanks to the power of mobile devices.
MILWAUKEE — When severe weather pops, more and more people are able to snap pictures of it thanks to the power of mobile devices.
Hail pelts southeast Wis., storm threat through night
SOUTHEASTERN WI (WITI) -- Strong storms are rolling through parts of southeastern Wisconsin Saturday, April 12th.
SOUTHEASTERN WI (WITI) -- Strong storms are rolling through parts of southeastern Wisconsin Saturday, April 12th.
Village of Butler declares a snow emergency
BUTLER (WITI) -- The Village of Butler has declared a snow emergency beginning at midnight through 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 22nd.All vehicles must be moved off public streets during these times.
BUTLER (WITI) -- The Village of Butler has declared a snow emergency beginning at midnight through 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 22nd.All vehicles must be moved off public streets during these times.
Washington, Illinois residents pick up the pieces after tornado
WASHINGTON, Ill. (WITI) -- Washington, Illinois residents whose homes were destroyed by Sunday's severe weather on Tuesday, November 20th got their first close-up look at the damage.The residents of Washington, Illinois were among the hardest-hit by Sunday's storms.A tornado ripped through the town of about 10,000, causing serious damage to or destroying as many as 400 homes.All of that destruction has taken a heavy toll on the community.FOX6's Jeremy Ross met with Washington residents Tuesday trying to collect any belongings they could find.Meanwhile, in Illinois, Indiana and Michigan, at lease 600,000 still didn't have power on Monday.Officials have said eight people died in the storms, including six in Illinois and two in Michigan.Donations are being accepted by the American Red Cross.
WASHINGTON, Ill. (WITI) -- Washington, Illinois residents whose homes were destroyed by Sunday's severe weather on Tuesday, November 20th got their first close-up look at the damage.The residents of Washington, Illinois were among the hardest-hit by Sunday's storms.A tornado ripped through the town of about 10,000, causing serious damage to or destroying as many as 400 homes.All of that destruction has taken a heavy toll on the community.FOX6's Jeremy Ross met with Washington residents Tuesday trying to collect any belongings they could find.Meanwhile, in Illinois, Indiana and Michigan, at lease 600,000 still didn't have power on Monday.Officials have said eight people died in the storms, including six in Illinois and two in Michigan.Donations are being accepted by the American Red Cross.
Roundy's donates bottled water to tornado victims in Illinois
CHICAGO (WITI) -- Mariano’s, one of five grocery banners of Roundy’s Inc., who serves the greater Chicagoland area, are set to deliver an emergency relief donation of water to Illinois tornado victims.Coordinated through the State of Illinois Emergency Management (IEMA), a full Mariano’s trailer carrying 1,428 cases of Roundy’s bottled water (34,272 individual bottles) will be delivered to Washington, IL Tuesday afternoon, November 19th.The Mariano’s trailer left Roundy’s distribution center in Oconomowoc, WI at 9 a.m. and was expected to arrive at 1503 Washington Road, Washington, IL at approximately 12:30 p.m.“We are deeply saddened by the devastation that has taken a toll on this town and many others,” said James Hyland, vice president of investor relations and corporate communications for Roundy’s. “We are dedicated to helping victims in any way we can to make sure impacted communities feel supported through the restoration process.”Mariano’s is deeply invested in the health, happiness and well-being of its customers.
CHICAGO (WITI) -- Mariano’s, one of five grocery banners of Roundy’s Inc., who serves the greater Chicagoland area, are set to deliver an emergency relief donation of water to Illinois tornado victims.Coordinated through the State of Illinois Emergency Management (IEMA), a full Mariano’s trailer carrying 1,428 cases of Roundy’s bottled water (34,272 individual bottles) will be delivered to Washington, IL Tuesday afternoon, November 19th.The Mariano’s trailer left Roundy’s distribution center in Oconomowoc, WI at 9 a.m. and was expected to arrive at 1503 Washington Road, Washington, IL at approximately 12:30 p.m.“We are deeply saddened by the devastation that has taken a toll on this town and many others,” said James Hyland, vice president of investor relations and corporate communications for Roundy’s. “We are dedicated to helping victims in any way we can to make sure impacted communities feel supported through the restoration process.”Mariano’s is deeply invested in the health, happiness and well-being of its customers.
Storm destroys homes, vehicles in Washington, Illinois
WASHINGTON, Ill. (WITI) -- A tornado that ripped through Washington, Illinois on Sunday, November 17th is being described as the most powerful November storm in decades.Hundreds of buildings were damaged and more than 100 people were hurt when storms moved in and an EF4 tornado touched down.
WASHINGTON, Ill. (WITI) -- A tornado that ripped through Washington, Illinois on Sunday, November 17th is being described as the most powerful November storm in decades.Hundreds of buildings were damaged and more than 100 people were hurt when storms moved in and an EF4 tornado touched down.