Extreme Tornado

Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 5:40PM CDT until April 17 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI

Vilas, WI Source: NOAA / NWS

Details

At 540 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Phelps, or 15 miles west of Iron River, moving
northeast at 50 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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
east central Vilas County.

Recommendations

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid 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.

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