Kenosha County, WI

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In effect from Monday 09/14 11:25 PM CDT – Tuesday 09/15 7:00 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

What

Life threatening waves of 4 to 7 feet and dangerous currents are expected.

Where

Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha Counties.

When

Through Tuesday morning.

Impacts

Dangerous swimming conditions are expected due to high waves and onshore winds.

What to Do

Stay out of the water and away from dangerous areas like piers and breakwalls. Strong structural and longshore currents are expected. Rip currents are possible.


Areas Impacted

  • Milwaukee
  • Racine
  • Kenosha

Tips to Stay Safe

Your area may see dangerous swimming conditions. Use caution: 

  • Stay off of rocks and jetties due to dangerous conditions
  • Stay out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions, and stay near occupied lifeguard towers 
  • Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.

Briefings

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From the Forecaster

Thunderstorms early this Morning

Created by the NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WFO

A line of showers and thunderstorms will move east across southern WI reaching the Milwaukee metro area around 3 AM. Wind gusts up to 30 mph and a quick inch of rain is possible. Minor street flooding may occur in urban areas.

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