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Flash Flood Warning 6, NWS Green Bay, WI
NWS Green Bay, WI issued this flash flood warning at Apr 14, 2026, 9:11 PM CDT for Brown County, Wisconsin. It was in force for 3 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The outline as issued.
The facts
- Issued
- Apr 14, 2026, 9:11 PM CDT (02:11 UTC)
- Expired
- Apr 15, 2026, 12:15 AM CDT
- In force
- 3 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Green Bay, WI
- Area
- Storm-based polygon
- Flood severity
- None
County Brown County, WI
The radar
The Green Bay radar (KGRB), 6 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 02:15 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
Did it verify
Not verified. The Iowa Environmental Mesonet's Cow found no qualifying storm report inside this flash flood warning while it was in force. That is not proof nothing happened: reports are thin where few people live.
Cow counts a report within 15 km of the polygon while the warning was in force: a tornado for a tornado warning; hail of 1 inch or more, a gust of 58 mph or more or wind damage for a severe thunderstorm warning; a flash flood report for a flash flood warning.
The nearest sounding before it
Davenport, (KDVN), launched 00:00Z, 2.2 hours before the alert went out and 379 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 1575 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- -39 J/kg
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1493 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 58 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 251 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 371 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 1.9
- Supercell composite
- 19.9
The text
As transmitted.
788
WGUS53 KGRB 150211
FFWGRB
WIC009-150515-
/O.NEW.KGRB.FF.W.0006.260415T0211Z-260415T0515Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Flash Flood Warning
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
911 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026
The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
Central Brown County in northeastern Wisconsin...
* Until 1215 AM CDT.
* At 911 PM CDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms
producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches
of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no
additional rainfall is expected. Flash flooding is already
occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Green Bay, Howard, Ashwaubenon, Allouez, Lambeau Field and Leo
Frigo Bridge.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
&&
LAT...LON 4457 8803 4453 8796 4449 8797 4446 8805
4448 8810 4451 8815 4456 8806
FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED
$$
GK1 follow-up statement
283
WGUS73 KGRB 150516
FFSGRB
Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
1216 AM CDT Wed Apr 15 2026
WIC009-150526-
/O.EXP.KGRB.FF.W.0006.000000T0000Z-260415T0515Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Brown WI-
1216 AM CDT Wed Apr 15 2026
...FLASH FLOOD WARNING HAS EXPIRED FOR CENTRAL BROWN COUNTY...
Flood waters have receded. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a
threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures.
A Flood Watch remains in effect until 700 AM CDT Wednesday for
portions of central, east central, and northeast Wisconsin.
&&
LAT...LON 4457 8803 4456 8806 4451 8815 4448 8810
4446 8805 4449 8797 4453 8796
$$
GKWhat forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this flash flood warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Green Bay, WI wrote its last area forecast discussion before this flash flood warning went out at Apr 14, 6:04 PM CDT, 3 hours 7 minutes earlier. Its key messages:
- There is a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms south of line roughly from Merrill to Carter to Amberg this afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging winds are the main hazards. There is also an isolated tornado threat mainly south of HWY 10.
- Thunderstorms will lead to localized heavy rainfall, greater than 1", this afternoon and evening across central and east- central WI. This will lead to additional flooding concerns in urban, low-lying, and poor drainage areas through tonight.
- Minor to moderate river flooding is ongoing or forecast to occur on several area rivers. Expect many rivers to rise this week due to additional rain and runoff from Upper Michigan, with the greatest impacts expected on the Menominee River, where some locations may see major flooding during the mid to late part of the week.
- Additional rounds of rain and thunderstorms are expected at times Wednesday through this weekend.
Area forecast discussion, Apr 14, 6:04 PM CDT, 3 hours 7 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Green Bay WI 604 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026 Updated aviation portion for 00Z TAF issuance .KEY MESSAGES... - There is a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms south of line roughly from Merrill to Carter to Amberg this afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging winds are the main hazards. There is also an isolated tornado threat mainly south of HWY 10. - Thunderstorms will lead to localized heavy rainfall, greater than 1", this afternoon and evening across central and east- central WI. This will lead to additional flooding concerns in urban, low-lying, and poor drainage areas through tonight. - Minor to moderate river flooding is ongoing or forecast to occur on several area rivers. Expect many rivers to rise this week due to additional rain and runoff from Upper Michigan, with the greatest impacts expected on the Menominee River, where some locations may see major flooding during the mid to late part of the week. - Additional rounds of rain and thunderstorms are expected at times Wednesday through this weekend. && .DISCUSSION... Issued at 405 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026 Severe Storm Potential Late This Afternoon/Evening...A surface boundary (warm front) was orientated west-east just on the southern edge of the forecast area this afternoon. This boundary will gradually lift north into the southern portion of the forecast area this afternoon due to persistent southwesterly flow, ushering in moist, unstable air. The atmosphere will be primed across the southern portion of the forecast area with steep mid- level lapse rates, 50-60 kts of deep-layer shear, and around 1000 to 2000 J/kg of MUCAPE, supporting the potential for severe thunderstorms with large hail and damaging winds being the main hazards. However, just along the southern portion of the forecast area, CAMs and current surface analysis indicate some surface- based CAPE of 1000 to 1500 J/kg, effective SRH of 100-200 m2/s2, and steep low-level lapse rates, favoring a tornado threat in addition to the large hail and damaging winds. After coordination with SPC and surrounding offices, a Tornado Watch was issued for Waushara, Winnebago, Calumet, and Manitowoc counties until 10 PM tonight (Tuesday). Depending on how far north the boundary lifts, the tornado threat could reach into the next northern tier of counties. PWATs of 1-1.25 inches are forecast with these storms, causing a risk of at least additional flooding in urban, low- lying, and poor drainage areas, and a risk of flash flooding, especially where ongoing flooding impacts from Monday evening's storms remain. Possible Dense Fog Tonight...Following this evening's showers and thunderstorms, models indicate low-level moisture/stratus expanding into the area from the northeast. Given the low-level moisture and the ongoing low-level moisture over the area already, fog is likely going to occur. Models indicate visibilities may drop as low as 1/4 mile at times. A Dense Fog Advisory may be needed late tonight into Wednesday morning. Rain and Thunderstorms Wednesday-Monday...A surface low is forecast to lift into the Upper Mississippi Valley Wednesday into Thursday, bringing another round of rain and possible thunderstorms. MUCAPE of 200-400 J/kg looks to stay confined to the southern portions of the forecast area leaving a marginal risk for severe storms. Although rainfall amounts with this system look less impressive, any additional rainfall will still add to the ongoing flooding risk. A more dynamic trough is slated to impact the region late Friday into early Saturday, bringing additional widespread rainfall and storms. The northward extent of greater instability is somewhat uncertain with this system, impacting severe weather potential, but this will be something to watch in the coming days. Cooler air will trail behind this system, which may bring potential for snow across the far north on Saturday associated with the wrap-around moisture from the main low pressure system. && .AVIATION...for 00Z TAF Issuance Issued at 603 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026 A warm front remains stationary across the southern Fox Valley to near KVOK this evening. Scattered strong to severe thunderstorms will continue to track east-northeast along and south of this boundary, primarily impacting areas south of a KAUW to KMNM line through 03z. The greatest risk for severe weather, including large hail and gusty winds to 50 knots, will be focused south of a KISW to KGRB line. Behind the departing precipitation, low-level moisture will surge into the region from the northeast. Expect flight conditions to deteriorate rapidly to IFR and eventually LIFR/VLIFR at all terminals overnight. Widespread fog is anticipated, with visibilities dropping to 1/4SM in many locations. Confidence is high that these poor flight conditions will persist through Wednesday morning. Improvement will be slow on Wednesday. While ceilings and visibilities will lift first over north-central Wisconsin (KRHI), persistent MVFR ceilings are expected to linger across the rest of central and east-central Wisconsin through Wednesday afternoon. Low-level wind shear may also develop at KMTW tonight with 40 knot winds forecast at 2000 feet between 03-06z. Outlook: Another round of showers and thunderstorms is possible Wednesday night, mainly across central and east-central Wisconsin. && .HYDROLOGY... Issued at 405 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026 Despite no precipitation falling from this morning through early this afternoon, several locations across east-central WI were still dealing with flooding impacts where a maximum of 4.5-5.5 inches of rainfall fell from Monday's storms along an axis from Stevens Point to Bonduel, with a more broad swath of 1-3" south of HWY 8. An additional 0.5-1" of rain is expected across east- central WI this afternoon/evening, which will only exacerbate flooding concerns. Runoff from snow melt in Upper Michigan is also still expected to bring moderate to possibly major flooding on the Menominee River, especially during the mid to late part of the week. If you live near a river or stream, keep a close eye on water levels this week and monitor the latest Flood Warnings from the National Weather Service in Green Bay. && .GRB WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... Flood Watch through Wednesday morning for WIZ022-035>040-045- 048>050. && DISCUSSION.....Kruk AVIATION.......MPC HYDROLOGY......Kruk
Hazardous weather outlook, Apr 14, 9:01 PM CDT, 10 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Green Bay WI 901 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026 WIZ005-010>013-018>022-030-031-035>040-045-048>050-073-074-160215- Vilas-Oneida-Forest-Florence-Northern Marinette County-Lincoln- Langlade-Menominee-Northern Oconto County-Door-Marathon-Shawano- Wood-Portage-Waupaca-Outagamie-Brown-Kewaunee-Waushara-Winnebago- Calumet-Manitowoc-Southern Marinette County- Southern Oconto County- 901 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026 This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north-central and northeast Wisconsin. .DAY ONE...Tonight Patchy dense fog may restrict visibilities for motorists after midnight. Ongoing flooding will continue due to heavy rainfall from Monday and tonight's rainfall, especially near rivers, streams, and creeks. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Tuesday Patchy dense fog may restrict visibilities for motorists after on Wednesday morning. There is a chance of thunderstorms from central to northeast Wisconsin on Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning, and across the entire area on Friday night into Saturday. Elevated water levels and at least minor flooding will continue along many rivers through the week. Runoff from the Upper Peninsula will likely result in moderate to possibly major flooding on the Menominee River during the mid to late part of the week. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotters are requested to report any flooding to the National Weather Service in Green Bay. LMZ521-522-541>543-160215- The Bay of Green Bay south of a line from Cedar River MI to Rock Island Passage-Lake Michigan from Washington Island to Sheboygan- 901 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026 This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northwest Lake Michigan and the waters of Green Bay. .DAY ONE...Tonight The chance of thunderstorms will continue through late tonight, and will pose a hazard to mariners. Areas of fog are expected. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Tuesday Thunderstorms will be possible at times Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning, and again Friday night into Saturday. MPC
In the hours before
Local storm report, Apr 14, 7:36 PM CDT, 1 hour 35 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
736 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0720 PM Flood 1 E Wittman Field 43.98N 88.53W
04/14/2026 Winnebago WI Public
Report from mPING: River/Creek overflowing;
Cropland/Yard/Basement Flooding.
&&Local storm report, Apr 14, 7:49 PM CDT, 1 hour 22 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
749 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0746 PM Flood 2 NE Stephensville 44.38N 88.56W
04/14/2026 Outagamie WI Public
Report from mPING: River/Creek overflowing;
Cropland/Yard/Basement Flooding.
&&Local storm report, Apr 14, 8:01 PM CDT, 1 hour 10 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
801 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0710 PM Hail Knowlton 44.71N 89.68W
04/14/2026 M0.70 Inch Marathon WI Public
Report via social media. Piles of dime to
pea sized hail.
&&
KLJLocal storm report, Apr 14, 8:21 PM CDT, 50 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
821 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0820 PM Flood 2 W Green Bay 44.51N 88.04W
04/14/2026 Brown WI Law Enforcement
Additional flooding this evening after 1.02
inches of rain fell between 7 pm and 8:20
pm.
&&Local storm report, Apr 14, 8:25 PM CDT, 46 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
825 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0815 PM Flood 2 SW Manitowoc 44.07N 87.68W
04/14/2026 Manitowoc WI Public
Report from mPING: River/Creek overflowing;
Cropland/Yard/Basement Flooding.
&&Local storm report, Apr 14, 9:09 PM CDT, 2 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
909 PM CDT Tue Apr 14 2026
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0840 PM Flash Flood 2 WNW Green Bay 44.52N 88.05W
04/14/2026 Brown WI Broadcast Media
Flooding at the corner of Oneida Street and
West Mason. Video was relayed via WFRV.
Widespread reports of flooded roads in the
city of Green Bay.
&&The office that day
Everything else NWS Green Bay, WI issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 7:00 PM CDT | Special Weather Statement | GRB | Marathon | 45 min |
| Apr 14, 7:03 PM CDT | Special Weather Statement | GRB | Winnebago | 27 min |
| Apr 14, 7:19 PM CDT | Special Weather Statement | GRB | Winnebago | 41 min |
| Apr 14, 7:39 PM CDT | Areal Flood Advisory | GRB | Calumet, Winnebago | 92 min |
| Apr 14, 9:03 PM CDT | Areal Flood Warning | GRB | Portage, Wood | 7 hr |
| Apr 14, 9:42 PM CDT | River Flood Warning | GRB | Marinette | 8 days |
| Apr 14, 9:48 PM CDT | River Flood Warning | GRB | Marinette | 48 hr |
| Apr 14, 9:59 PM CDT | Special Weather Statement | GRB | Waushara | 46 min |
| Apr 14, 10:56 PM CDT | Special Weather Statement | GRB | Waupaca | 34 min |
| Apr 15, 2:34 AM CDT | Areal Flood Warning | GRB | Brown, Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Oconto, Outagamie and 4 more | 11 hr |
| Apr 15, 2:58 AM CDT | Dense Fog Advisory | GRB | Brown, Calumet, Door, Florence, Forest, Kewaunee and 13 more | 7 hr |
| Apr 15, 7:29 AM CDT | River Flood Warning | GRB | Manitowoc | 29 hr |
| Apr 15, 8:07 AM CDT | River Flood Warning | GRB | Marinette | 21 days |
| Apr 15, 12:09 PM CDT | River Flood Warning | GRB | Marinette | 21 days |
| Apr 15, 1:21 PM CDT | Areal Flood Warning | GRB | Menominee | 21 hr |
| Apr 15, 2:19 PM CDT | Dense Fog Advisory | GRB | Brown, Calumet, Door, Florence, Forest, Kewaunee and 16 more | 20 hr |
| Apr 15, 2:30 PM CDT | Flood Watch | GRB | Brown, Calumet, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Oconto, Outagamie and 4 more | 8 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.