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Regional Outbreaks of Severe Weather Through Early Next Week; Early Season Heat Wave across the South

Active spring pattern across the center of our nation with several episodes of severe weather and heavy rainfall expected into next week. The potential for very large hail, long track tornadoes, severe wind gusts, frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes and flash flooding are in the outlook. Furthermore, dangerous early season heat wave continues for the Gulf Coast states into early next week. Read More >

NOAA Weather Radio

KE2XKP Tomah, WI (Ridgeville)


This station provides complete and up-to-the minute weather information for residents in western and central Wisconsin. The following is the broadcast schedule: 

  • A regional forecast provides a summary of anticipated weather for Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and northern Illinois.
  • A five day forecast (centered on Monroe County, WI) for west central Wisconsin.
  • Current weather conditions for selected locations across Wisconsin and the region, updated once an hour.
  • When precipitation is approaching or within the listening area, a radar summary is provided.
  • A short term forecast of expected weather conditions in the next 2 to 4 hours is broadcast when precipitation is in the area or weather conditions are changing.
  • Other statements are periodically run on a varied schedule. These statements may include informational topics, or statements about extreme weather conditions.
  • A warning alarm test is conducted every Wednesday between 11:00 a.m. and 12 Noon.  If severe weather is forecast or threatens, the test is postponed until the next "good" weather day.

KE2XKP

  • serves the following counties in Wisconsin: Adams, Jackson, Juneau, La Crosse, Monroe, Vernon, and Wood.