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Flash flooding, lightning in Northeast Wisconsin | PHOTOS
(WLUK) -- A round of thunderstorms moved across Northeast Wisconsin Saturday. The storms led to flash flood warnings for the Appleton area, which is still cleaning up from flooding in recent days. Flooded grounds also sent attendees scrambling for shelter at the Lifest music festival in Oshkosh. If you can...
Northeast Iowa, Southwest Wisconsin Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Decorah, IA – The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of northeast Iowa and southwest Wisconsin until midnight Sunday. Areas affected include Charles City, Osage, Decorah, and Prairie du Chien. According to the National Weather Service, the watch highlights the potential for isolated hail...
Pattison State Park waterfalls attract visitors from around the country
SUPERIOR, Wis. (Northern News Now) - Summer tourism in Wisconsin includes the state’s 50 state parks and one of them is in our own backyard in Superior. It’s not hard to find the falls if you follow the sound of the water. Situated on the Black River just...
Local leaders say governor's emergency declaration can help with flood relief
Governor Tony Evers declared a state of emergency for several northeast Wisconsin counties recovering from flooding last week: Outagamie County, Winnebago County, Calumet County, and Waupaca County.
Storms cause power outages, widespread flooding in Marathon County
Severe storms that swept through the Wausau area Saturday caused widespread power outages and significant flooding, prompting police to urge caution on the roads. Some roadways, including Grand Avenue at the Wausau-Schofield border, had heavy flooding. The Wausau Police Department on Saturday evening issued a Facebook post asking residents to avoid driving until the flood waters recede.
Heavy rain floods streets across Wausau area
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Fast heavy rain flooded streets and intersections across the Wausau area. The Wausau Police Department is reporting flooded portions of roads across the area. They advise people not to drive through standing flood waters. A Facebook post by the police department said the Department of Public...
A new era of small business in the Wausau area
WAUSAU, Wis. (WJFW) – Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce C.E.O. Dave Eckmann says small business is continuing to grow in Wausau. “Small business – boutique businesses – is really taking hold here in the downtown community and even out in the metro area,” said Eckmann. Wausau...
Wausau Council votes down mayor’s attempt to suspend rules on PILOT reduction
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct the headline and add additional context from Mayor Doug Diny. The mayor asked the council to suspend rules, not bypass them. Wausau Pilot regrets any confusion. Damakant Jayshi. By a slim majority, the Wausau City Council on Tuesday rejected Mayor...
Award-winning ice cream shop offers delicious way to cool off
PLOVER, Wis. (WSAW) - In America’s Dairyland, nothing pairs better with a sunny day than ice cream. King Cone, a local ice cream shop, is experiencing a surge in customers due to the recent heatwave. Known for its entirely homemade ice cream, King Cone has been a local favorite...
Tornado warning for Portage County expires, thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 10 p.m.
A tornado warning issued for southeastern Portage County earlier Saturday evening has expired. A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Lake Wazeecha, 10 miles east of Wisconsin Rapids, moving east at 35 mph., at 6:08 p.m. Saturday. The storm impacted areas near Amherst, Coddington, Meehan, Nelsonville, Keene, Fancher, Amherst Junction,...
Urgent: Tornado Warning for Plover, Amherst, and Bancroft Wisconsin Saturday Night
Green Bay, WI – A tornado warning has been issued for Plover, Amherst, and Bancroft, Wisconsin, until 6:45 PM CDT today. Residents in these areas are advised to take immediate shelter to ensure their safety. According to the US National Weather Service Green Bay, radar has indicated a potential...
Strong storms for Saturday evening and night
Heavy downpours has once again caused flash flooding down in Appleton and the Fox Cities. 2-3″ of rain fell in less than an hour Saturday evening. All watches and warning have been allowed to expire. The severe threat into early Sunday is low. The next round of storm is...
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