La Crosse, WI – Severe weather is expected to impact much of the Midwest on Thursday afternoon, with strong thunderstorms potentially bringing hail and damaging winds. A cold front moving across the region will likely trigger the storms, starting in central Minnesota and northern Iowa before moving eastward through the evening.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, scattered severe thunderstorms could develop as early as 4 p.m. Thursday, persisting until 10 p.m. The primary threats include hail up to one inch in diameter and wind gusts up to 60 mph. Heavy rain is also possible.
Areas west of the Mississippi River, including parts of Wisconsin, could experience scattered storms. The overall severity will depend on morning weather conditions and how the storms evolve throughout the day. Residents are advised to stay weather aware, have shelter plans, and prepare to receive alerts.
Outdoor activities should be reconsidered, and precautions should be taken as the storms could intensify during the late afternoon hours.
