Aug 22, 2000
A mesoscale convective system (MCS) moved east across southern Wisconsin and generated scattered severe downburst winds, flood-producing rains, and intense lightning strikes. The powerful winds leveled some trees in the Brandon area, with one tree falling on and damaging a vehicle. A separate wet microburst struck the city of Ripon (Fond du Lac Co.) with winds estimated to 56 knots (65 mph), resulting in some downed trees or tree limbs. In addition, unofficial heavy rains of 3.5 to 4.5 inches
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5172709). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Fond Du Lac County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.