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Wisconsin Tornadoes

Wisconsin averages 23 tornadoes per year. The state's most historic event was the 1984 Barneveld F5. Wisconsin experiences summer-peak tornado activity across its varied geography from Lake Michigan shore to the Mississippi River.

Wisconsin Tornado Statistics

• Average tornadoes per year: ~23
• Peak season: June-August
• Notable events: 1984 Barneveld F5, 2005 Stoughton

Notable Wisconsin Tornado Events

June 8, 1984 Barneveld F5

Devastating F5 struck Barneveld, Wisconsin at 1 AM. 9 killed, most of the town destroyed. One of the most iconic Wisconsin tornadoes.

August 18, 2005 Stoughton F3

Struck Stoughton, Wisconsin. Notable for community response.

June 2010 Central Wisconsin Outbreak

Multiple significant tornadoes across the state.

Why Wisconsin?

Great Lakes Region Position

Wisconsin sits in the Great Lakes region. Summer thunderstorms can produce tornadoes.

Summer Peak

Unlike southern states, Wisconsin's tornado peak is summer.

Continental Position

Gulf moisture reaches Wisconsin during summer months.

Regional Wisconsin Risk

Southern Wisconsin

Milwaukee, Madison, Racine. Higher tornado density.

Central Wisconsin

Wisconsin Rapids, Wausau. Moderate risk.

Northern Wisconsin

Duluth-Superior area, forest counties. Fewer tornadoes.

Notable Wisconsin Cities

• Milwaukee - largest city, moderate tornado risk
• Madison - state capital, higher risk
• Green Bay - Lake Michigan influence
• Barneveld - devastated by 1984 F5

Living in Wisconsin

• NOAA weather radio recommended
• Basement is standard tornado shelter
• Family plan advisable
• Understanding of summer tornado peak
• Community shelter awareness

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