Extreme Weather
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Tornadoes are breaking records in Midwest states as Tornado Alley moves east
Wisconsin has seen a higher than average number of tornadoes so far this year, according to data from the National Weather Service.
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When will Wisconsin air quality improve? Wildfire smoke questions answered
Let’s clear the haze on exactly how smoke from Canadian wildfires is affecting air quality in Wisconsin.
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How to stay cool during Wisconsin’s heat wave
Wisconsin is one of many states facing an extreme heat wave.
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How hot will summer be in Wisconsin? Here are four different forecasts
As the days go by, the approach of summer gets more obvious in Wisconsin.
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WI pummeled early with record-shattering severe weather
In just the first three weeks of April, the state recorded more severe thunderstorm, tornado, and flash flood warnings than in any full month over the past 40 years of available data—well ahead of the typical peak later in the spring.
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What Wisconsin counties get the most tornado warnings? See the data
As Wisconsin residents deal with weather warnings and tornado sirens to start the week, some will have more experience with the routine than others. From 2005 to 2025, the National Weather Service in Wisconsin issued 1,698 tornado warnings across the state, according to the Iowa Environmental Mesonet. Dane County leads the way with 80 tornado warnings issued in the 20 years…
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What effect did blizzard Iona have on Wisconsin wildlife?
The mid-March blizzard that tore through Wisconsin was not only big enough to get a name – Iona – and break numerous snowfall records. It also added stress to the state’s wildlife at a critical time of year. Non-migratory species such as white-tailed deer and wild turkey are typically low on nutritional reserves in late…
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Shawano and Outagamie highway departments save lives during Wisconsin winter storm
Amid the winter storm Wisconsin faced earlier this week, local highway crews played a life-saving role Monday morning.
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What are the final snow totals from Wisconsin’s March winter storm?
The snow has finally stopped falling, and tallies show the massive March winter storm brought more than 30 inches of snow to parts of Wisconsin. In central Wisconsin, which was hit hardest, the storm began the evening of Saturday, March 14 and did not relent until the morning of Monday, March 16, according to the…
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7 ways to combat the Wisconsin winter blues
Stop waiting for spring! Find the best indoor gardens, trivia spots, and pickleball clubs to help you beat the winter blues right here in Wisconsin.
