Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 12:07AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 10:07pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
At 1207 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles north of Waukon, moving east at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Lansing around 1220 AM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Hanover, County Roads
A 26 And X 6 A, State Road 9 And County X 20, Quandahl, Red Barn
Campground, Churchtown, Village Creek, and Dorchester.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 400 AM CDT for
northeastern Iowa...and southwestern Wisconsin.
Area Description:
Allamakee
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov