Wisconsin Weather: Area Braces For Thunderstorms

WISCONSIN -- The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Southeastern Wisconsin as a front of severe thunderstorms moves through the area.

The National Weather Service says that periods of showers and thunderstorms will affect southern Wisconsin through Thursday night. Widespread showers and storms, possibly producing flooding rainfall, will be Wednesday night into Thursday.

Also, there is a threat for severe weather on Thursday, including large hail and locally damaging winds. Rainfall through Thursday night is expected to be up to two inches.

The National Weather Service is also alerting the public that there is a moderate swim risk today. Breaking waves and currents are expected. Stay away from dangerous areas like piers, break walls, and river outlets.

Local forecast for Sep. 18:

12pm - Mostly Cloudy, 71°

Chance of precipitation: 0%. Wind 5 mph from the NNE.

1pm - Mostly Cloudy, 72°

Chance of rain: 16%. Wind 7 mph from the NNE.

2pm - Mostly Cloudy, 73°

Chance of rain: 22%. Wind 5 mph from the NE.

3pm - Mostly Cloudy, 74°

Chance of rain: 16%. Wind 5 mph from the ENE.

4pm - Mostly Cloudy, 73°

Chance of rain: 19%. Wind 7 mph from the ENE.

5pm - Mostly Cloudy, 71°

Chance of rain: 12%. Wind 7 mph from the ENE.

6pm - Mostly Cloudy, 69°

Chance of rain: 10%. Wind 7 mph from the NE.

7pm - Mostly Cloudy, 67°

Chance of rain: 8%. Wind 7 mph from the ENE.

8pm - Mostly Cloudy, 67°

Chance of rain: 8%. Wind 6 mph from the ENE.

Images Via NOAA/Sullivan