Powerful thunderstorms that moved through Wisconsin snapped trees, downed power lines and sent attendees at summer festivals scrambling for cover.
Thousands of people were still without power in southern Wisconsin Friday, after storms swept across the state Thursday.
Country USA music festival in Oshkosh was evacuated and suspended late Thursday afternoon, as festival organizers said tents wouldn’t be safe in high winds. Visitors at Milwaukee’s Summerfest also ran for cover.
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There were reports of toppled trees across the state, and some buildings were damaged when trees fell on them.
Carroll University in Waukesha canceled Thursday evening classes due to tree damage and downed power lines down on campus.
The National Weather Service said Wisconsin could see more rain and thunderstorms on Friday.
A rainy start this AM as a line of storms and trailing showers move S & E across the area. Some storms could have heavy rainfall, gusty winds & small hail. Circled is a region with the potential for gusts of 30-35 mph. #swiwx #wiwx pic.twitter.com/oFZFzVjWfv
— NWS Milwaukee (@NWSMKX) June 28, 2019
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