Wisconsin severe storm potential Wednesday; here's what to expect
MILWAUKEE - The National Weather Service has southeast Wisconsin under a marginal risk for severe weather on Wednesday, June 25.
A marginal risk highlights the chance of strong wind gusts ranging anywhere between 40-60 mph, hail up to 1 inch, and a low tornado threat. Although the tornado threat is low, we can't rule out the possibility.
Rain picks up around some northern communities around noon. A few thunderstorm cells could pop up in the afternoon in some areas. There will be a lot of dry time between the pop-up storms.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android
A better chance of widespread showers and storms will arrive overnight into Thursday morning. Rumbles of thunder, hail and strong wind can be expected with the line of storms that move through overnight. The primary concern will be gusty winds with any of the stronger storms.
Additionally, 1–2 inches of rainfall is likely toward central Wisconsin – trending slightly lower toward southeastern Wisconsin. However, localized flooding may occur in some spots where thunderstorms linger. River levels are currently rising, and a few may reach flood stage over the next few days.
The marginal risk continues until Thursday, June 26. The risk could potentially be upgraded to a slight risk, since there is an even greater chance of severe weather.
SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News
FOX6 Weather Extras
Meanwhile, FOX6Now.com offers a variety of extremely useful weather tools to help you navigate the stormy season. They include the following:
FOX6 Storm Center app
FOX LOCAL Mobile app
FOX Weather app
What is the FOX Model?
What is the FOX Model?
FOX Weather Expert Tom Wachs explains the value of the FOX Model for our team -- and our viewers.
FOX Weather
Maps and radar
We have a host of maps and radars on the FOX6 Weather page that are updating regularly — to provide you the most accurate assessment of the weather. From a county-by-county view to the Midwest regional radar and a national view — it’s all there.
School and business closings
When the weather gets a little dicey, schools and businesses may shut down. Monitor the latest list of closings, cancellations, and delays reported in southeast Wisconsin.
FOX6 Weather Experts in social media
- CLICK HERE to "Like" the FOX6 Weather Team on Facebook
- CLICK HERE to "Like" Rob Haswell on Facebook
- CLICK HERE to "Like" Tom Wachs on Facebook
- CLICK HERE to "Like" Stephanie Barichello on Facebook
- CLICK HERE to "Like" Lisa Michaels on Facebook
- CLICK HERE to "Like" Holly Baker on Facebook
- CLICK HERE to "Follow" the FOX6 Weather Team on X
- CLICK HERE to "Follow" Rob Haswell on X
- CLICK HERE to "Follow" Tom Wachs on X
- CLICK HERE to "Follow" Stephanie Barichello on X
- CLICK HERE to "Follow" Lisa Michaels on X
- CLICK HERE to "Follow" Holly Baker on X
The Source: Information in this report is from the FOX6 Weather Experts and National Weather Service.