Damage reports from powerful thunderstorms

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For Immediate Release

June 22, 2015

 

 

Damage reports from powerful thunderstorms

Counties in southwestern Wisconsin hardest hit

 

 

(MADISON) – A line of powerful thunderstorms with strong winds and hail moved through Wisconsin this morning causing damage  in the southern portion of the state. As of 2pm, approximately 32,000 residents were without power (22,000 in the Milwaukee area and 10,000 in southwest Wisconsin). There is a chance of more scattered showers and thunderstorms later this afternoon and evening with a slight possibility of isolated severe storms.

 

Northern Wisconsin:

A woman was injured in Lac du Flambeau (Vilas County) when a tree branch reportedly struck the victim in the head. She was taken to a hospital for treatment.

 

Southwest Wisconsin:

Dane County: City of Stoughton reports multiple trees and power lines down.

 

Grant County: Power company crews are  reportedly working to restore electricity. Several sheds and outbuildings were destroyed in Cassville, Platteville and Hazel Green. Trees fell on homes and roads throughout the county and there are widespread reports of roof and crop damage. Residents who need assistance or sustained significant damaged should contact the Grant County Emergency Management office at 608-723-7171.

 

Green County: Numerous reports of downed trees and power lines. The New Glarus area appears to be hardest hit. Green County Emergency Management is currently assessing the damage. 

 

Iowa and Lafayette County: Tree damage reported in the Hollandale area.

 

Lafayette County: Reports of trees and power lines down in Belmont area.

 

Southeast Wisconsin:

Strong winds moved through the area around noon causing downed trees and power lines.

 

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