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Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Across the Southern and Eastern US; Heat and Fire Weather Concerns in the West

Showers and thunderstorms are expected across the southern and eastern US this week, with heavy rain and localized flooding, particularly near the Gulf Coast. Monsoonal moisture will bring rain and potential flooding to parts of the Southwest. Heat and fire weather threats will continue to impact the West. Read More >

Overview

Severe thunderstorms swept across much of northeast Wisconsin late on June 24, 2024, into the early morning hours of June 25, 2024. A complex of storms developed across western Wisconsin, consolidated, and then raced southeast across the area between midnight and 5am. A few storms developed ahead of the line, producing some large hail and brief gusty winds as well. The main line of storms had an impressive forward speed of 40 to 70 mph. The most concentrated wind damage was reported from Lincoln County to Manitowoc County.

The storms uprooted and knocked down trees and power lines, causing thousands of customers to lose power. The highest observed wind reports were at the Green Bay Airport with 61 mph, and at the Manitowoc Airport with 58 mph.

Minor flooding was also reported across the area. The worst flooding occurred in southern Door County east of Forestville, where a road was partially washed out. This coincides with the highest observed rainfall report of 3.80 inches, measured 4 miles East of Forestville.

NWS Green Bay conducted storm damage surveys across portions of the area. It was concluded there was 1 tornado in Menominee County, rated as an EF1.

 

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