APPLETON — The National Weather Service in Green Bay reported a radar confirmed tornado about 12:40 p.m. Monday in northeastern Winnebago county, heading southeast toward Appleton at 40 mph.
Widespread damage has been reported from Menasha through Appleton.
The City of Appleton and neighboring municipalities are currently responding to many storm related calls.
In Kaukauna, patrons at the Kaukauna Public Library took shelter in the lower level as the storm rolled through.
The Menasha Police Department, along with the Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue Department and the Department of Public Works, are currently rpesponding to areas impacted by severe weather.
Emergency responders are currently assessing damage, addressing hazards and responding to calls for service.
Residents are asked to:
Stay away from affected areas unless absolutely necessary.
Avoid downed power lines and treat all utility lines as energized.
Do not drive around barricades or enter areas closed by emergency personnel.
Limit non-emergency travel to allow first responders and utility crews access to impacted areas.
Call 911 for emergencies.
Non-emergency issues should be reported through the appropriate non-emergency channels.
