Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 5:17PM CDT until April 17 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 3:17pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 517 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 10 miles south of Antigo, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
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.
This tornado will be near...
Antigo around 525 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by the tornado include Aniwa, Elmhurst,
Birnamwood, Mattoon and Phlox.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from 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.
Area Description:
Langlade, WI; Shawano, WI
Forcast Office:
NWS Green Bay WI