Damage assessment and recovery efforts are underway in Barron and Rusk Counties this morning following tornadoes that struck the area around 5:30 last night. A 46-year-old man was killed and more than 25 people were injured. Governor Walker and other state officials are expected to meet with victims and local officials and assess tornado damage this afternoon.The National Weather Service (NWS) is conducting assessments to determine the strength of the tornadoes. In addition, flood watches and warnings are in effect as a result of heavy rains this week. The NWS says additional severe weather with heavy rain, strong winds, hail and tornados are possible across much of the state this afternoon and evening.
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