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Wisconsin tornado causes extensive damage and cuts power to thousands of homes
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: SCOTT BAUER and CYBELE MAYES-OSTERMAN, Associated Press , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado using radar, locating it in Winnebago County.
A tornado has caused significant damage in Wisconsin, affecting thousands of people. The storm splintered homes and downed trees, leaving many without power. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado using radar, locating it in Winnebago County.
This area is approximately 90 miles northwest of Milwaukee. Further details and footage of the damage are available from the source, showing the extent of the destruction with debris scattered across the affected area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 27, 2026 ·
Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) ·
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