La Crosse, Wisconsin – Damaging winds, large hail, and even the chance of a tornado are possible across southwestern Wisconsin and parts of northeast Iowa this afternoon and evening, with the most dangerous storms expected between 2 and 10 p.m. Friday. Residents in La Crosse, Prairie du Chien, and Monroe County should be prepared for scattered severe thunderstorms that could quickly escalate.
According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, showers and storms are likely to develop after 2 p.m., with a 30-70% chance of some storms becoming severe. The primary threat will be strong, damaging winds, but forecasters warn that localized flash flooding and isolated tornadoes can’t be ruled out. Storms are expected to move east of the area by late evening.
Specific cities under the highest local risk include Prairie du Chien, Monroe, and Dubuque, with a Level 2 threat assessment for severe thunderstorms. Residents are urged to have multiple ways to receive warnings, move outdoor activities indoors, and prepare to seek shelter if severe weather approaches.
If you’re traveling along US Highway 61 or near the Mississippi River valley, remain alert for rapidly changing weather conditions and possible flooding. This storm threat follows a quiet start to June, echoing similar severe weather events from past summers.
Severe thunderstorm warnings remain possible into the evening. Stay tuned to local alerts, and be ready to move indoors if warnings are issued.
