Strong Wind — Racine, Wisconsin

2018-10-20 · Racine, Wisconsin

Event narrative

A large tree limb fell on a vehicle, killing a woman and seriously injuring her husband. The incident occurred near Nicholson road around 9:30 AM CST. Shortly after, a 51 mph wind gust was recorded at the Racine Batten airport.

Wider weather episode

The passage of a strong cold front and vigorous upper low pressure area produced gusty gradient winds and numerous rain and snow showers for the morning into the early afternoon hours. Gusty winds of 45 to 55 mph occurred and were most prevalent within the precipitation areas. These strong winds caused high waves on Puckaway Lake and the adjacent Fox River in Green Lake County, where a boat carrying two hunters and a dog capsized. One of the hunters drowned in the river. Another death occurred when a large tree limb fell on a vehicle.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 789972. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.