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Thunderstorms Likely Late Thursday

Thunderstorms are likely across southern Wisconsin Thursday evening and overnight. A few of the storms may reach severe levels, with damaging winds and locally heavy rainfall the main threats. There remains some uncertainty with the timing/strength of storms. An earlier arrival Thursday could result in stronger storms. There is a chance that storms may redevelop Friday afternoon.