Dashcam captures tornado toppling power lines onto car

A powerful tornado swept through eastern Wisconsin on July 27, tearing down buildings, snapping power lines, and leaving thousands without electricity.

A dash‑cam video, provided by the BBC, captured an eerie moment when the storm ripped a stack of power lines from the grid and hurled them onto the back of a passing car. The footage shows the vehicle briefly lifted as the falling metal collided with the vehicle, creating a dramatic visual of the tornado’s violence.

Despite the extensive damage and power outages, authorities reported no deaths or major injuries. The incident highlights the destructive power of tornadoes and the ongoing recovery efforts in Wisconsin.