MILWAUKEE – Extremely powerful wind gusts knock out power for thousands in southeast Wisconsin
6:21 p.m.: We Energies crews are working to restore power to nearly 27,000 customers after gusts caused widespread damage in southeast Wisconsin.
Peak wind gusts:
- Batten Airport in Racine, 46 mph
- Burlington Municipal Airport, 51 mph
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, 77 mph
- Port Washington, 52 mph
- Sheboygan, 51 mph
Damage in Riverwest:
5:24 p.m.: The Franklin Fire Department reported significant roof damage to a large industrial building, causing a natural gas leak. First responders are addressing the hazards with no reported injuries.
Power outage latest:
4:12 p.m.: Over 40,000 We Energies customers are without power. Check the We Energies Outage Map for updates.
Photo gallery across SE Wisconsin:
3:35 p.m.: Viewers share photos of damage across southeast Wisconsin.
Milwaukee response:
3:08 p.m.: Milwaukee Fire Department and Public Works crews are responding to numerous reports of downed wires, fallen trees, and roof damage. Mayor Cavalier Johnson urges caution and patience.
Power outages increase:
3:01 p.m.: With over 46,900 customers without power, the outage count continues to rise.
19th and Nash in Milwaukee:
2:50 p.m.: Widespread damage seen at 19th and Nash in Milwaukee.
Large branches down:
2:38 p.m.: Tree branches down in Wilson Park and Greendale as reported by FOX6 Chief Meteorologist Tom Wachs.
Power outages:
2:33 p.m.: Around 45,000 We Energies customers are without power. Keep track with the We Energies Outage Map.
Tree damage:
2:31 p.m.: Downed trees reported in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood and Whitefish Bay.
Gusts cause damage:
2:15 p.m.: FOX6 reports strong winds and significant damage in the viewing area, with a wind gust of 77 mph recorded at the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
Stay updated with FOX6 News for more information.
The Source: Information provided by FOX6 Weather Experts and the We Energies Outage Map.
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