Cold/Wind Chill — Milwaukee, Wisconsin

2024-12-13 · Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Event narrative

The Milwaukee County Examiner's office reported two probable hypothermia deaths. Both persons were homeless and one was found outside, while the other was found in a vacant, boarded up home. An arctic airmass had settled over the area.

Wider weather episode

Two probable deaths from hypothermia occurred in Milwaukee during a brief period of arctic air.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1221746. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.