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Wisconsin Drought Relief? Rain Came But Ran | Milwaukee News
Wisconsin’s weather just flipped from disaster to drama — an EF-3 tornado ripped through the Fox Cities while eastern parts soaked in record July rainfall, including Milwaukee’s new daily high of 1.75 inches. But here’s the twist: while the downpours offered relief, they weren’t enough to fix the state’s widespread drought — with nearly 75% of Wisconsin still parched. Heavy rain caused runoff, leaving central and western counties dry and waiting. The next real rain? Not until Friday. Still, every drop counts — and we’re watching the skies for more sustained moisture to finally break the…
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