Wisconsin Tornado: Community Rallies After Storm, Early Warnings Save Lives

Juneau, Wisconsin, reels from suspected tornado damage, but community spirit and early warnings prevent tragedy. On May 16th, 2025, suspected tornadoes tore through Juneau, Wisconsin, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Homes were damaged, roofs were ripped off, and trees crashed into buildings. Lana Zak, a reporter for CBS News, captured the scene on video, showing the extent of the devastation. One home had its roof completely removed, with a tree falling into the homeowner's bedroom. Miraculously, the homeowner survived and is now doing well, according to a neighbor. The mayor confirmed that at least six communities are involved in the cleanup effort. Despite the damage, the early warning system proved effective. 'Those were the sirens that were alerting people to the danger,' Zak explained, pointing to the yellow cones marking the location of the sirens. Thanks to these warnings, there were no fatalities or serious injuries. The community's resilience and the success of the early warning system offer a beacon of hope amidst the destruction.