The National Weather Service has now confirmed that a total of seven tornadoes touched down in Walworth, Racine and Waukesha Counties on the evening of Friday, April 17.

Milwaukee's tornado warning was issued following a warning in the western suburbs. That area, which has shifted north some, is now under a severe thunderstorm warning until 7:15 p.m. Winds up to 60 miles per hour and tennis ball-sized hail are possible, along with a tornado.

Severe weather chances continue for tonight, tomorrow, and Wednesday as we track another active week. We could see impacts from strong winds, large hail, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes.

FOX6 News viewers shared images of the severe weather and damage caused by storms – the first round raced through southeast Wisconsin.

This story will be updated Friday, April 17, 2026, with the latest weather watches and warnings as severe storms move across the Wisconsin Rapids area.

All of Wisconsin is under the threat of severe weather Monday afternoon and evening. A tornado watch has been issued for Dodge, Fond du Lac, Washington, Ozaukee, and Sheboygan Counties until 10 p.m.

Severe weather, including tornadoes and hail storms, affected millions across the Midwest.