Eau Claire, WI – Western Wisconsin is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 p.m. Thursday, with the potential for 2.5-inch hail and a tornado or two.
The watch includes cities like Eau Claire and La Crosse, where damaging winds up to 70 mph could accompany the storms.
The National Weather Service warns that scattered storms could develop throughout the evening. Residents should remain indoors and monitor updates. Tornado sirens and weather alerts may be activated if conditions intensify.