Tornado Reported Near Milwaukee Airport Amid Warning in Waukesha, Racine in Wisconsin
A tornado was reported near Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport as severe storms moved across southeastern Wisconsin, prompting a tornado warning from the National Weather Service. The storm system was confirmed to be producing a tornado, with multiple communities affected.
A tornado was reported near Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on Friday evening as severe storms swept across southeastern Wisconsin. The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for southern Milwaukee County and southeastern Waukesha County until 8:45 PM CDT. At 8:04 PM CDT, tornado-producing storms were detected along a line from New Berlin to near Raymond to Yorkville, moving east at 30 mph. The primary hazards included flying debris, damage to mobile homes, roofs, windows, vehicles, and trees. Residents were urged to take immediate cover in a basement or interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. The Midwest and central United States were hit by a wave of tornadoes on Friday, with multiple areas reporting twisters and damage.
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