Tornado Warning Issued for Southern Milwaukee County Amid Severe Weather

Sirens were reported near Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on Friday amid severe weather conditions.

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A Tornado Warning remains in effect until 8:45 p.m. CDT for southern Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, as severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes continue to move through the area.

The National Weather Service reported that a line of severe thunderstorms producing radar-indicated rotation was located from Milwaukee, Wisconsin to near South Milwaukee and Wind Point, moving east at approximately 25 mph.

The storm system is capable of producing a tornado along with quarter-sized hail. Officials warned that flying debris could be dangerous to anyone without proper shelter. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed, and damage to roofs, windows, vehicles, and trees is likely.

Authorities are urging residents in the warning area to take immediate shelter and remain indoors until the all-clear is issued.