Wisconsin severe weather: tornado, thunderstorm watches canceled

By and FOX6 News Digital Team
Published  July 15, 2024 3:51pm CDT
FOX6 News Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE - All of southeastern Wisconsin was at risk for severe weather on Monday, July 15, with the risk increasing as you head further south.

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Jefferson, Milwaukee and Waukesha counties that was canceled around 9:50 p.m.

A tornado watch that included Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties was canceled around 9:50 p.m.

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Southern communities were under a Level 4, or Moderate Risk, for severe weather Monday night. Hurricane force winds, tornadoes, hail and heavy rain were possible.

The greatest risk was near the Illinois border.

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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.

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