Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 4:39PM CDT until April 17 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 2:39pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 439 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located near Black River
Falls, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado.
SOURCE...Radar confirmed tornado.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Black River Falls, Hatfield, Merrillan, Alma Center, Sand Pillow, and
The Majestic Pines Casino.
This includes Interstate 94 between mile markers 111 and 115.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a
basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy
building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in
a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect
yourself from flying debris.
Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Area Description:
Jackson, WI
Forcast Office:
NWS La Crosse WI