Possible Tornado in the Milton Area


On Sunday, May 26, 2024, at approximately 5:28 p.m., the Rock County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Milton area for a report of a possible tornado that went through the area. The City of Milton Police Department also responded. Law enforcement units located multiple downed trees and powerlines. Multiple residences were found to have sustained structural damage. There were not any injuries reported.

Alliant Energy and We Energies responded to repair the downed powerlines. The Rock County Highway Department, Milton Public Works, and Town of Koshkonong Public Works all responded to clear the roadways of the downed trees. The Lakeside Fire Department and Rock County Emergency Management responded as well.

The area will be surveyed in the next coming days by the National Weather Service. Any additional information will be released by Rock County Emergency Management.

Editor’s note: The above press release was received from the Rock County Sheriff’s Office. The image on the homepage does not depict this possible tornado.

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