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April 17, 2026 Severe Storms & Flooding

The fourth round of severe storms from April 13-17 brought large hail, damaging winds, flash flooding, and 8 tornadoes across the Milwaukee forecast area on April 17, following earlier days of widespread winds, hail, and multiple tornadoes. Additional survey updates are expected.

April 17, 2026 Severe Storms & Flooding
Photo: National Weather Service

The fourth round of severe storms from April 13-17 brought large hail, damaging winds, flash flooding, and 8 tornadoes across the Milwaukee forecast area on April 17, following earlier days of widespread winds, hail, and multiple tornadoes. Additional survey updates are expected.

Source: National Weather Service. Original: https://www.weather.gov/lot/2026_ActiveSevereStart

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