Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 5:24PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 3:24pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 524 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Eagle River, moving northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Phelps around 530 PM CDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Franklin Lake
Campground, Spectacle Lake Campground, Anvil Lake Campground, and Lac
Vieux Desert.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for
north central and northeastern Wisconsin.
Area Description:
Vilas; Forest
Forcast Office:
NWS Green Bay WI