Tornado Watch Issued for Walworth County Until 8pm The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Walworth County, Wisconsin, with the advisory in effect until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026. The watch also extends to portions of Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri, as meteorologists monitor the potential for severe weather across these regions. The primary threats under this watch include damaging wind gusts, hail, and the possibility of tornadoes. The National Weather Service has identified the period from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. as the timeframe of highest concern, during which thunderstorms are expected to develop and move across the area. These storms will progress in a west-to-east direction, with the most significant activity anticipated in the late afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms are projected to clear out by 11:00 p.m., leaving behind calmer conditions by the early morning hours. The warning was first announced by the National Weather Service Milwaukee office, which shared an update on social media, noting the tornado watch for the specified regions. The WTMJ Storm Team, a local news outlet, has also provided coverage of the situation, emphasizing the importance of staying alert and prepared for severe weather. Residents in the affected areas are advised to monitor updates from the National Weather Service and local news outlets. The WTMJ Interactive Radar tool, sponsored by Fleet Farm, is available for real-time tracking of storm movements. Fleet Farm, a retail company, is listed as a sponsor for the severe weather coverage provided by WTMJ. The tornado watch highlights the ongoing risk of severe weather in the Midwest during this time of year.#national_weather_service #wisconsin #walworth_county #wtmj_storm_team #fleet_farm
