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Severe Storms Forecasted for Portage County, Wisconsin

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Severe storms are expected to hit Portage County, Wisconsin, today, with the National Weather Service warning of potential tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail. The Portage County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning advising residents to take shelter precautions in case of a tornado. Multiple rounds of thunderstorms are forecasted to affect the area, with the first system expected midday and the second in the evening.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Weather Service in Green Bay has forecasted multiple rounds of thunderstorms for Portage County today and tonight, with potential for small to marginally severe hail and tornadoes.
  • Storms may produce damaging winds and large hail, with a significant severe weather outbreak possible as a line of storms moves through the area in the evening and early overnight hours.
  • Residents are advised to take sheltering precautions in case of a tornado, including going to the basement or a room in the center of a building without windows on the lowest floor.
  • Avoid sheltering in a room with windows and try to get under something sturdy for added protection.
  • Mobile homes are not safe during severe weather, and residents are advised to find alternative shelter.

Statistics:

  • Multiple rounds of thunderstorms are forecasted for Portage County today and tonight.
  • The National Weather Service has forecasted potential for small to marginally severe hail this morning through early afternoon.
  • There is a risk of damaging winds and embedded tornadoes in the area, particularly as a line of storms moves through in the evening and early overnight hours.
  • Residents are advised to take sheltering precautions in case of a tornado, including going to the basement or a room in the center of a building without windows on the lowest floor.

Sources:

  • The Portage County Sheriff's Office
  • The National Weather Service in Green Bay [www.weather.gov/gbx](http/www.weather.gov/gbx)
  • Portage County government website [www.countyofportage.com](http/www.countyofportage.com)

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