Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 pm...for only a few of our counties

1:45pm update:

Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 pm for some of our counties in Wisconsin: La Crosse, Trempealeau, Vernon. Watch extends to the east into Wisconsin…rocky weather expected there this afternoon, if you are headed that way.

Earlier:

There’s still a possibility for some stronger storms this afternoon and evening, and as I’m writing this (1 pm), there’s a nice non-severe line that’s developed rapidly and stretches from Olmsted county south to Chickasaw county. These are mainly run-of-the-mill storms, but could pack some brief gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and small hail. Infact, this could be the extent of the action for the day.

If you want to get all geeky and haven’t yet…you can always check out and track the storms on your own – take it to your street level even! – with our Interactive Radar (plus, it’s free – go on – you have some time before the clock hits 5 PM at work, right?).

Otherwise, enjoy the weekend, the dry weather, and a dose of summer warmth!

Posted under severe weather

The winds aren’t overly impressive, but the CAPE is certainly there, aiding some t-storms that are moving north/northwest across NE Iowa and SW Wisconsin. Our heat and humidity is helping this out. Nothing severe, but look for some heavy downpours, with some gusty winds and probably small hail if you see them. We’re under a slight risk for severe weather today, and we’ll keep you updated if anything gets nutty.

There is a cold front marching through central Minnesota/Iowa that will sweep out the humidity for Wednesday, aiding in the t-storm potential today. Look for less humid, comfy warm afternoons for the rest of the week.

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