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Wisconsin’s wild weather Wednesday: See what’s on the way with latest big storm

Jeff Richgels
Mar 19, 2025
Mar 19, 2025 Updated Mar 19, 2025

Tornadoes, dust storms and wildfires have swept across eight US states, causing at least 42 deaths and widespread destruction since Friday.

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Depending on where you live in Wisconsin and what time it is Wednesday, you could see everything from severe thunderstorms and large hail to near-blizzard conditions.

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NWS expected snowfall through 7 a.m. Saturday — NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

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