Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 6:21PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 4:21pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 621 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 7 miles southeast of Carter, or 25 miles southeast of
Crandon, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
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...
McCaslin Mountain Natural Area around 635 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by the tornado include Lakewood, Townsend
and Boot Lake Campground.
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; Oconto, WI
Forcast Office:
NWS Green Bay WI