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Wisconsin tornado causes extensive damage and cuts power to thousands of homes
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The storm occurred in Winnebago County, which is located about 90 miles northwest of Milwaukee.
A tornado has caused significant damage in Wisconsin, affecting thousands of people. The storm occurred in Winnebago County, which is located about 90 miles northwest of Milwaukee. The tornado splintered homes and downed trees, resulting in power outages for many residents.
A warehouse was also heavily damaged, and debris was scattered across a highway. Further details about the tornado and its impact are available from the National Weather Service and local news sources, including video footage of the damage and eyewitness accounts from people in the affected area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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